Poland is committed to generating at least 32% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030. To meet this goal, it must replace stable but environmentally damaging coal power with renewable energy sources. The report, “Small hydropower plants in Poland ”proposes regulatory changes to support the development of small hydropower plants to increase the country’s decarbonization potential.
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Appeal “We will unlock the potential of onshore wind energy”
Representatives of the wind power industry, other private sector industries and local government called for the release of onshore wind power development through the immediate finalization and adoption of amendments to the Wind Power Investment Law (10H liberalization).
The dynamic development of this sector will ensure a low-cost supply of green energy, allowing to accelerate the process of becoming independent of fossil fuel supplies from Russia.
The 10H windmill law amendment was approved by the government on July 5, 2022.
Report “Climate Education in Poland 2022 – Recommendations of the Roundtable”
The report “Climate Education in Poland 2022 – Recommendations of the Roundtable” summarizes the year-long work of the Roundtable for Climate Education.
Climate change content should be introduced in a comprehensive manner at each stage of education and teachers must be equipped with appropriate knowledge and competencies.
Representatives of youth, parents, teachers and academia alike should be involved in the process of implementing climate education in Polish schools.
In addition to the demands, the report also includes an analysis of the attitudes of political parties toward the climate crisis and climate education, as well as the voices of UN representatives.
UN GCNP report “Green Railway”
The “Green Railway” report contains expert opinions analyzing the effects of the railroad’s energy transition to power from Renewable Energy Sources (RES). The program for this transformation, called Green Railway, created by rail industry players gathered in the Center for Energy Efficiency of Railways (CEEK), involves changing the origin of traction electricity used by rail carriers in Poland. In 2030, it is to come from 85% RES.
UN GCNP Report: Eco-Friendly Hospitals
The concept of “green hospitals” addresses the transformation of buildings and the healthcare system towards low- and zero-emission standards, aiming to comply with the Paris Agreement and the European Green Deal in the healthcare sector. The UN Global Compact Network Poland report “Green Hospitals” examines current trends and measures undertaken for the effective implementation of these goals.
UN GCNP Report on “The Necessity of Transforming Current Urban Models”
The UN Global Compact Network Poland report, “The Need for Transformation of Current Urban Models,” contains a set of recommendations that facilitate the implementation of sustainable architecture principles into practice. The construction industry must undergo a thorough transformation to minimize its impact on the natural environment, thereby supporting the achievement of the European Union’s goal of climate neutrality by 2050.
Business Council Recommendations at the 11th World Urban Forum
“Recommendations for Cities” are the result of the work of the Business Advisory Council established by the UN Global Compact Network Poland (UN GCNP) and the Ministry of Funds and Regional Policy, experts involved in urban transformation, and BFirst.Tech – the Knowledge Partner of UN GCNP in the areas of environmental acoustics and intelligent monitoring and diagnostics of industrial infrastructure. The document includes recommendations for urban transformation that consider the well-being of residents and environmental care, which cannot proceed without the participation, engagement, and support of the private sector.
UN GCNP Yearbook 2023
As every year, UN Global Compact Network Poland has published its strategic report (UN GCNP Yearbook 2023), highlighting the latest trends, evolving standards, and company strategies for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly the best business practices in this area in Poland. As a Knowledge Partner of UN GCNP, BFirst.Tech proudly emphasizes its commitment and contribution to sustainable development initiatives, showcasing its best practices for the SDGs in this year’s UN GCNP Yearbook 2023 publication. In the “Business and Industry Voice” section of the report, BFirst.Tech CEO, Dr. Tomasz Jan Wilczyński, described the company’s initiatives, which focus primarily on delivering sustainable products to clients in the areas of environmental acoustics, the design and optimization of IT systems, information management, and intelligent monitoring and diagnostic systems.
UN GCNP Yearbook 2024
The UN GCNP Yearbook 2024 publication summarizes the Polish business sector’s initiatives supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) under the 2030 Agenda. The articles in this year’s report detail the diverse actions undertaken by businesses and institutions integrating sustainable development principles into their strategies and practices. As a Partner of the UN Global Compact Network Poland, BFirst.Tech…
PRECOP 29 “White Paper”
The “White Paper,” developed by the Business Council at PRECOP 29, presents key recommendations from Polish businesses formulated during the PRECOP 29 climate conference. The publication outlines actions that the authorities of the Republic of Poland should undertake to enable effective implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Dr. Eng. Tomasz Jan Wilczyński, President of BFirst.Tech, contributed to the publication by…
