Volta Polska Launches a 16-Hectare, 15 MWp Photovoltaic Power Plant to Supply Green Energy to British American Tobacco’s Factory in Poland
On January 16, 2025, Volta Polska officially inaugurated a large-scale photovoltaic power plant in Koszęcin, southern Poland. The ceremony was attended by Dr. Anne Korzekwe-Wotal, Mayor of Koszęcin; Aleksander Przeździecki, representative of British American Tobacco (BAT); Pierrick Morier, CEO of the Volta Group; and Stéphane Rauber, Managing Partner of Volta Polska.
The 16-hectare facility, located near Lubliniec, features 26,078 solar panels, 50 inverters, and 2 transformers from Tier 1 suppliers. With a capacity of 15 MWp, it is expected to generate over 15 GWh of green energy annually. The power plant is connected to the Tauron Dystrybucja S.A. grid, with the electricity aimed at meeting 30% of the annual energy needs BAT’s factory electricity needs in Augustów—its second-largest facility globally. This initiative underscores BAT’s commitment to decarbonizing its operations through a direct power purchase agreement (PPA) with Volta Polska.
This ambitious project was made possible through the collaboration of key partners, including Rymarz Zdort Maruta, Forvis Mazars, R2 Energy, and Greensolver, as well as the financial backing of mBank. Volta Polska extends its gratitude to all contributors for enabling this milestone in Poland’s industrial energy transformation.
As Volta Polska continues to expand its portfolio, additional photovoltaic power plants are scheduled to be commissioned this year. Industrial companies interested in exploring similar green energy solutions are encouraged to contact Volta Polska at kontakt@voltapolska.pl for more information.
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