Prosumer Energy and System Resilience in Poland
The growing involvement of prosumers—households and small businesses that both generate and consume electricity—represents a transformative shift in Poland’s energy landscape. With over 1.2 million photovoltaic micro-installations nationwide and strong policy support, prosumers are becoming key actors in enhancing the resilience of the national energy system. By decentralizing energy generation and increasing local flexibility, prosumer activity helps reduce vulnerability to external shocks such as geopolitical crises, fuel price volatility, and climate-related disruptions.
This research, conducted within the framework of the CLEaR Erasmus Module, explores how prosumer-based energy can strengthen systemic resilience through mechanisms like energy self-consumption, grid balancing, and demand-side flexibility. The study also addresses the pressing challenges ahead—grid congestion, regulatory uncertainty, and limited access to storage technologies—while highlighting the importance of smart infrastructure, energy communities, and inclusive policy frameworks. Empowering prosumers is not only a technical necessity but also a cornerstone of a more just, secure, and sustainable energy future for Poland and the EU.
Key takeaways:
🔹 Over 1.2 million prosumer PV installations are already active in Poland.
🔹 Decentralization and local energy production reduce systemic risks and enhance flexibility.
🔹 Challenges remain—especially in grid capacity, regulatory stability, and storage affordability.
🔹 Smart grids, energy communities, and digital innovation are crucial for the future.
🔹 Integrated policy and stakeholder education will unlock prosumer potential.
