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The success of a wind energy project depends not only on finding a suitable location and securing financing. It is also crucial to coordinate spatial planning, environmental procedures and cooperation with the municipality from the outset. If these processes are not aligned, the project may face delays, additional costs and changes to its plans. In this article, we explain what investors in Poland should consider and how to identify permitting risks at an early stage.

Jakub Wysocki

On 15 October 2026, VON ZANTHIER & DACHOWSKI hosted the conference “Quo vadis, Polish-German relations?” in Poznań. Participants from Poland, Germany and other countries discussed the history of relations between the two countries, their current state and what the future may hold.

Dr. Anna Czerwoniec

Access to the grid is increasingly decisive in determining whether an onshore wind project in Poland can be developed and financed. The new rules change the process for obtaining connection conditions by introducing additional fees, security requirements and shorter deadlines, while also creating new flexible connection models. We explain what these changes mean for investors and which risks should be considered at the project planning stage.

Jakub Wysocki

Since July 2026, businesses have been able to apply for binding interpretations from the National Labour Inspectorate (PIP) regarding the classification of civil law contracts and B2B arrangements. Although the first decisions of the Chief Labour Inspector (GIP) show a surprisingly flexible approach to benefits or hybrid working, some warn that they carry a background risk of audits by the Social Insurance Institution (ZUS) and tax authorities.

Paula Staszak-Urbańska

Investing in onshore wind energy in Poland can take various forms, from acquiring ready-to-build projects and developing new wind farms to repowering existing assets and partnering with local developers. The choice of strategy depends not only on energy production potential and profitability, but also on the project’s legal status, grid access and ability to secure financing.

Justyna Loretańska

A limited liability company cannot be formed solely by another sole-member limited liability company. This prohibition is sometimes overlooked in registrations considered routine, and breaching it can bring the entire holding company project to a standstill.

Wojciech Paryś

The 6th edition of the nationwide online conference “Praktycy dla HR”, organised by the law firm VON ZANTHIER & DACHOWSKI, will take place on 19 November 2026. This year’s event, held under the theme “Time for Transparent HR”, will focus on pay transparency, workplace bullying and discrimination, as well as the practical challenges faced by employers, management teams and HR professionals.

Dr. Anna Czerwoniec

The amendment to the Energy Law changes the rules for connecting renewable energy installations to the grid and increases investors’ responsibility for the actual progress of their projects. Shorter deadlines, mandatory security and flexible connection models are intended to prevent grid capacity from being blocked by so-called “zombie projects” and to improve the use of existing infrastructure.

Jakub Wysocki

CROSS-BORDER LEGAL & TAX SUPPORT FOR OFFSHORE AND M&O COMPANIES ENTERING THE POLISH MARKET

Łukasz Dachowski, Dr. Małgorzata Stępień

The recent amendment to the Polish Labour Code sets a clearer line between permissible criticism and mobbing. This means that employers must not only update their internal procedures but also provide practical training for managers to ensure safe and effective feedback.

Karolina Barałkiewicz-Sokal, Paula Staszak-Urbańska