The Katowice City Council has adopted a new resolution outlining the city’s strategic direction for the development of renewable energy sources (RES). The initiative marks a significant step toward cleaner air, lower energy costs, and greater energy independence for the city.

The resolution focuses primarily on solar energy, citizen-driven energy initiatives, and improving the energy efficiency of public buildings. It is built on three pillars:

• Strategic planning – including the development of a city-wide RES potential map.
• Standardisation and coordination – ensuring all municipal entities follow unified procedures and documentation.
• Stable financing – leveraging city funds, EU resources, and the National Recovery Plan.

Mayor Marcin Krupa emphasised, “Energy transformation is not the future – it’s the present. Katowice aims to lead the green transition in our region.”

The resolution was developed by the City Council’s Climate and Environment Committee, chaired by Patryk Białas, who stressed that this is a timely response to both energy and climate challenges. “We want Katowice to be modern, resilient, and a great place to live,” Białas noted.

The resolution also obligates the Mayor to provide regular progress reports to the Council. In the coming months, the city plans to draft a local RES strategy and launch support programs for residents and housing communities.

Katowice has already implemented over 100 RES installations – including solar PV systems with a total capacity of 2800+ kW, solar collectors, and biogas cogeneration units. Past and upcoming investments are valued at an estimated PLN 93–103 million. Projects proposed for 2025 include PLN 45.2 million in funding and PLN 9.7 million for technical documentation of 150–200 buildings.

Additional projects in planning may total another PLN 20–30 million.

This resolution aligns with Katowice’s broader climate strategy and international commitments, including ICLEI, the Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy, and the Powering Past Coal Alliance. It builds upon the city’s earlier adoption of a Municipal Climate Adaptation Plan and reinforces Katowice’s role as a national leader in energy transition.