Although Statkraft has been active in Poland for less than three years, it is swiftly establishing itself on the market by focusing on solar, wind, and energy storage developments. According to Michał Smyk, Country Manager of Statkraft Poland, the majority of upcoming projects will integrate renewable energy sources with storage solutions, addressing the increasing need for flexibility and stability in the power grid.
"By 2035, renewables could generate up to 70% of Poland's electricity—the same share currently produced by coal. To support this transition, we need to rapidly expand storage capacity. That's why we're committed to helping build a new, modern energy system," says Smyk.
Statkraft's latest projects are being developed in strategically critical areas—near major power supply nodes where the rising share of variable, distributed generation presents new operational challenges. The company emphasizes that careful site selection and advanced technology are crucial for delivering effective storage solutions.
"Energy storage in Poland is still in its early stages. Our goal is to apply experience from more mature markets such as the UK and Germany to deliver projects that meet high economic and technological standards," Smyk explains.
In the UK, Statkraft is developing Greener Grid Parks—innovative energy hubs that combine multiple technologies to support grid stability. These facilities integrate battery storage with synchronous compensators that provide the inertia needed for maintaining a stable power system.
One such project is the 200 MW / 400 MWh Thornton Greener Grid Park, which began construction in early 2025. In Germany, the company is building the country's largest hybrid project, combining a 47 MW solar farm with a 16 MW / 58 MWh battery storage unit.
On the global stage, Statkraft aims to grow its portfolio of renewable energy and battery storage systems by 2 to 2.5 GW annually starting in 2026. This includes solar, onshore wind, and energy storage—technologies that will serve as the backbone of a zero-emission electricity system for the future.
