International Programme

The energy transition is an international one, although the starting point and the specifics of each country are different. A common denominator for all today is the dependence on fossil fuels, which are traded in an increasingly complex market. Meanwhile, Russian aggression against Ukraine and the energy crisis have influenced our thinking about energy security, and the development of technology, digitalization and knowledge sharing are creating new opportunities to change our approach to this issue.

For more than 20 years, Poland, as a member state of the European Union, has been co-creating regulations that affect all key sectors of the economy. We operate in a world full of dependencies. We analyze them and propose solutions within the International Programme.

Projects

Energy security

We adopt a broad definition of energy security, understood as resilience to external and internal crises, using 21st-century technologies and knowledge. We are initiating a dialogue on increasing the resilience of the EU, including Poland, to resource shocks and reducing dependence on fuel imports - in favour of energy produced from RES. A key element of energy security is flexibility and adaptation to changing demand. The new security dimension entails strong international - primarily EU - cooperation in this area.

International cooperation

By engaging in dialogue on energy transition, Forum Energii participates in an international exchange of knowledge, data and ideas created in different parts of the world. We look for commonalities, we examine proposed solutions, we analyse potential risks by observing energy transitions in other countries. Forum Energi is part of the International Network of Energy Transition Think Tanks (INETT). The network was launched in 2020. Its members include think tanks from Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas.

European regulations

We are fostering debate and providing analysis to provide substantive input into shaping the European Commission's energy transition agenda.
International Programme Coordinators

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Maciej Jakubik

Maciej Jakubik

Project Coordinator for European Regulations

Maciej Zaniewicz

Maciej Zaniewicz

Senior Analyst | Senior Program Manager

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Publications

Secure and solidarity-based transition. Tasks for the Polish EU Presidency

Secure and solidarity-based transition. Tasks for the Polish EU Presidency
From 1 January 2025, Poland will assume the presidency of the Council of the European Union and will have the opportunity to influence the direction and shape of EU policies for the next six months. This is an important moment in the history of the EU, geopolitical tensions are rising and expectations of Poland are high. Which areas in the field of energy and climate should become priorities during the Polish presidency? The keys for selecting the priorities are an analysis of where Poland has strong arguments supported by experience and determining what is likely to gain attention across the EU.
International Program ETS International cooperation Industry Opinion Energy security
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Secure and solidarity-based transition. Tasks for the Polish EU Presidency

From 1 January 2025, Poland will assume the presidency of the Council of the European Union and will have the opportunity to influence the direction and shape of EU policies for the next six months. This is an important moment in the history of the EU, geopolitical tensions are rising and expectations of Poland are high. Which areas in the field of energy and climate should become priorities during the Polish presidency? The keys for selecting the priorities are an analysis of where Poland has strong arguments supported by experience and determining what is likely to gain attention across the EU.
International Program ETS International cooperation Industry Opinion Energy security
Secure and solidarity-based transition. Tasks for the Polish EU Presidency
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Ukraine in Darkness: Preventing the Worst-Case Scenario for Its Energy System

Ukraine in Darkness: Preventing the Worst-Case Scenario for Its Energy System
Compared to the energy system’s resources available before the Russian invasion, Ukraine now has only a quarter of its production capacity. Insufficient energy supplies mean that this winter many parts of Ukraine may be deprived of not only electricity but also heat and running water for significant portions of the day. Russia has consistently targeted and destroyed Ukrainian energy infrastructure to try to paralyse the economy and break the society’s will to defend against the Russian aggression and force the Kyiv authorities to capitulate to Russia on its terms. This report analyses the current state of the Ukrainian energy system and proposes solutions to reduce the risk of a humanitarian disaster in the country.
International Program Analysis Energy security Ukraine
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Ukraine in Darkness: Preventing the Worst-Case Scenario for Its Energy System

Compared to the energy system’s resources available before the Russian invasion, Ukraine now has only a quarter of its production capacity. Insufficient energy supplies mean that this winter many parts of Ukraine may be deprived of not only electricity but also heat and running water for significant portions of the day. Russia has consistently targeted and destroyed Ukrainian energy infrastructure to try to paralyse the economy and break the society’s will to defend against the Russian aggression and force the Kyiv authorities to capitulate to Russia on its terms. This report analyses the current state of the Ukrainian energy system and proposes solutions to reduce the risk of a humanitarian disaster in the country.
International Program Analysis Energy security Ukraine
Ukraine in Darkness: Preventing the Worst-Case Scenario for Its Energy System
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Pressing energy and climate duties awaiting the new European Commission

Pressing energy and climate duties awaiting the new European Commission
As the current European Commission's term ends, the incoming Commission will have to set new priorities in the EU energy and climate policy. Significant changes are anticipated in the energy and industry sectors, driven by the Fit for 55 package implementation, aiming to reduce emissions by 2030 and significantly deploy RES. This transition is essential for enhancing EU energy independence, reducing fuel import costs, and improving environmental quality. However, challenges remain due to disparities in wealth and institutional weaknesses, particularly in Central Europe.
International Program International cooperation Opinion Energy security
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Pressing energy and climate duties awaiting the new European Commission

As the current European Commission's term ends, the incoming Commission will have to set new priorities in the EU energy and climate policy. Significant changes are anticipated in the energy and industry sectors, driven by the Fit for 55 package implementation, aiming to reduce emissions by 2030 and significantly deploy RES. This transition is essential for enhancing EU energy independence, reducing fuel import costs, and improving environmental quality. However, challenges remain due to disparities in wealth and institutional weaknesses, particularly in Central Europe.
International Program International cooperation Opinion Energy security
Pressing energy and climate duties awaiting the new European Commission
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European Commission priorities for 2024-2029. The view from Poland on energy and climate

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The upcoming European Parliament elections will open a new chapter in EU climate and energy policy. The new European Commission, which begins its 5-year term in the fall, will have to monitor the implementation of a wide range of files related to the ‘Fit for 55’ package and navigating the Union towards the 2050 goals by setting targets for 2040. It will also certainly propose a new political strategy, as the dynamics of the discussion in the EU is in a state of constant flux. From Poland’s perspective, what new priorities of the European Commission will be most important and gain support and interest?   
International Program Flexibility Power International cooperation Opinion Analysis Energy security
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European Commission priorities for 2024-2029. The view from Poland on energy and climate

The upcoming European Parliament elections will open a new chapter in EU climate and energy policy. The new European Commission, which begins its 5-year term in the fall, will have to monitor the implementation of a wide range of files related to the ‘Fit for 55’ package and navigating the Union towards the 2050 goals by setting targets for 2040. It will also certainly propose a new political strategy, as the dynamics of the discussion in the EU is in a state of constant flux. From Poland’s perspective, what new priorities of the European Commission will be most important and gain support and interest?   
International Program Flexibility Power International cooperation Opinion Analysis Energy security
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The Energy and Climate Roadmap. Ukraine towards the EU

Ukraine flag; EU flag, EU and Ukraine flag
The European Council decided on December 14 to open accession negotiations with Ukraine. In the coming months and years, Ukraine will have to do the arduous, technical work of implementing EU regulations. This includes the energy sector. In the roadmap prepared by the Green Deal Ukraïna project, in which Forum Energii is a partner, we identify the most urgent areas of energy and climate reform for Ukraine and take a closer look at the accession negotiations.
International Program Power International cooperation Report Ukraine
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The Energy and Climate Roadmap. Ukraine towards the EU

The European Council decided on December 14 to open accession negotiations with Ukraine. In the coming months and years, Ukraine will have to do the arduous, technical work of implementing EU regulations. This includes the energy sector. In the roadmap prepared by the Green Deal Ukraïna project, in which Forum Energii is a partner, we identify the most urgent areas of energy and climate reform for Ukraine and take a closer look at the accession negotiations.
International Program Power International cooperation Report Ukraine
Ukraine flag; EU flag, EU and Ukraine flag
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Anatomy of Dependence: How to Eliminate Rosatom from Europe

Anatomy of Dependence: How to Eliminate Rosatom from Europe
EU countries depend on cooperation with Russia in the nuclear field. This has resulted in Rosatom not being sanctioned after the Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and trade in this sector is growing. This situation is disadvantageous for the EU and increases its vulnerability to Russian blackmail. Moreover, it strengthens the Russian military. The EU should increase its efforts to diversify supplies and build its own capabilities in the nuclear sector.
International Program Power International cooperation Analysis Energy security Import
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Anatomy of Dependence: How to Eliminate Rosatom from Europe

EU countries depend on cooperation with Russia in the nuclear field. This has resulted in Rosatom not being sanctioned after the Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and trade in this sector is growing. This situation is disadvantageous for the EU and increases its vulnerability to Russian blackmail. Moreover, it strengthens the Russian military. The EU should increase its efforts to diversify supplies and build its own capabilities in the nuclear sector.
International Program Power International cooperation Analysis Energy security Import
Anatomy of Dependence: How to Eliminate Rosatom from Europe
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