Canada is emerging as a pivotal partner in Poland’s energy transformation, providing technology, financing and expertise in nuclear power, offshore wind and other clean-energy fields. This cooperation supports Poland’s push to move away from coal and enhance long-term energy security, while aligning with Canada’s ambition to solidify its position as a global clean energy and resource superpower.
According to Bernhard L. Otterstein, President of the Polish-Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Canada’s expanding role in Poland’s energy future—combined with a strong and resilient trade partnership—is driving significant bilateral growth, even amid global disruptions and ongoing U.S. trade tensions.
Core Areas of Canada–Poland Energy Cooperation
1. Nuclear Energy: From Large Reactors to SMRs
Canada is one of Poland’s most important partners in developing its first nuclear power facilities. Support includes:
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Financing structures tailored for large-scale nuclear projects
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Deployment of Canadian Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology
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Technical know-how for replacing aging coal plants
Nuclear energy is central to Poland’s plan to meet clean-energy goals while ensuring system stability.
2. Offshore Wind Development in the Baltic Sea
Canadian companies—most notably Northland Power—are heavily involved in Poland’s offshore wind buildout alongside Polish partner Orlen. These projects will help scale renewable generation and position Poland as a regional offshore wind hub.
3. Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Cooperation
Canada is working with Poland to diversify its energy supply through LNG trade. LNG helps bridge Poland’s transition to renewables while improving national energy security.
4. Critical Minerals and Clean-Tech Supply Chains
The two countries are boosting cooperation in critical minerals, essential for electric vehicles, wind turbines, solar technologies and advanced nuclear systems. This partnership strengthens supply chains that are needed for the global clean-energy transition.
5. Broader Clean Energy Technologies
Collaboration is expanding into areas such as hydrogen, energy storage, smart grids and clean industrial solutions—supporting both nations' efforts to shift away from fossil fuels.
Strategic Importance of the Canada–Poland Partnership
Driving Economic Growth
The energy partnership reinforces a wider Canada–Poland strategic alliance spanning sectors such as defense, aviation, infrastructure and advanced manufacturing. Otterstein notes that despite geopolitical uncertainty, bilateral trade remains robust and continues to grow.
Enhancing Poland’s Energy Security
With Europe rethinking its energy landscape, Poland is accelerating efforts to diversify supply and secure long-term stability. Canada’s reliability and technological capabilities make it a valuable partner during this period of transformation.
