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In the October issue, you’ll find, among other things: new regulations supporting the development of offshore wind energy and renewable energy sources, information on the conclusion …
Electricity price rises and energy legislation A unilateral price change by an energy supplier is legally permissible only if certain conditions are met. Under the Energy …
New definitions: building, structure, construction Instead of the previous references to the Building Act, the amendment contains standalone definitions: A building is a structure: erected as …
However, acquiring an energy company is a far more complex process than in other sectors – due to numerous regulatory requirements, the presence of critical infrastructure, …
Abolition of the ‘10H’ rule and so-called ‘repowering’ The most significant change provided for in the amendment to the Wind Farm Act is the abolition of …
Unfortunately, although the programme sets out detailed rules and requirements for beneficiaries and contractors, the actual procedure for selecting the company to carry out the investment …
Amendments to the Energy Act – what does the UC84 bill propose? The draft amendment, known as UC84, is a package of changes that implements EU …
What is an energy cooperative? An energy cooperative is a specific type of cooperative whose activities focus exclusively on the generation, storage and trading of electricity …
But that’s not all!Our Partner, Nicholas Hewelt, was named a Recommended Lawyer in the Restructuring and Bankruptcy category. Bravo! This is more than an honor for …
In 2025, the electricity market in Poland will undergo significant changes. Following the end of the price freeze mechanism for businesses, companies should reassess the terms …
Pursuant to Article 494 of the Commercial Companies Code, the acquiring company or the newly formed company assumes, as of the date of the merger, all …
However, the decision to terminate an electricity supply contract should not be made solely on the basis of fluctuating prices. It requires an analysis of the …
Maximum price for households until 30 September 2025 Under current regulations, a maximum energy price of PLN 500 per MWh net has been set for households …
1. Contracts concluded for an indefinite period The procedure for terminating an energy supply contract concluded for an indefinite period is regulated by Article 4j(3) of …
There is no doubt that the price per 1 kWh of electricity is largely determined by the tariff applicable to the individual customer. Tariff groups in …
Unlike the termination of a contract, notice of termination and withdrawal are unilateral declarations of intent by one of the parties and do not require the …
The most significant issue in this regard, which was discussed in another article on our blog, is the non-extension of price freeze mechanisms for businesses. From …
Key steps when terminating an electricity contract Analysing the type of electricity contract The first step is to determine whether the electricity supply contract is for …
From 1 January 2025, micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as agricultural producers not included in tariff group G, must be billed at market rates. …
Rising energy prices in 2025 The new year will bring changes for businesses, which will have to contend with higher electricity bills. From 1 January this …
However, to avoid additional costs, it is worth knowing what to look out for when cancelling an electricity contract, so as not to incur extra charges, …
Why have electricity bills gone up? Key changes to your bill An electricity bill consists of several components, each of which affects the final amount. In …
In approving the distribution tariffs for the largest electricity distributors for 2025, the President of the Energy Regulatory Office introduced changes to the average distribution rates, …
Maximum electricity price for households The application of the maximum electricity price for customers in tariff group G and the so-called construction tariff has been extended …
This is particularly important information for businesses operating in the Republic of Poland, which must prepare for higher electricity prices from 1 January 2025. Whilst households …
The introduction of the government’s Solidarity Shield temporarily protected businesses from the effects of price rises, but from 2025 this protection has been scaled back, leaving …
The concept of freedom of contract comprises several elements, including the freedom to decide whether to enter into a contract and the ability of the parties …
Polish energy law, specifically Article 32 of the Act of 10 April 1997 – Energy Law (Journal of Laws), provides for exceptions in this regard, which …
Article 7 of the Energy Law is one of the key provisions of the Energy Law in terms of ensuring market access for users of the …
However, before we move on to distinguishing between these concepts, a simplified diagram illustrating how the electricity system works is provided below. What is an electricity …
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