My Wind Farm – Grant for Wind Turbines 2024
The “My Wind Farm” program aims to promote small wind power plants as part of prosumer energy. By supporting the purchase and installation of home wind turbines, the program seeks to increase the share of renewable energy sources in overall energy consumption. An additional grant for energy storage is intended to support the development of sustainable energy practices.
How much grant for a wind turbine?
Support for prosumers planning to purchase and install new home wind power plants will amount to PLN 400 million. Co-financing is to cover the purchase and installation of a new wind installation up to 20 kW power capacity with an accompanying energy storage. It is projected that a grant can be obtained in the amount of:
- up to 50% of eligible costs, but not exceeding PLN 30,000 for one installed wind turbine (but no more than PLN 5,000/1 kW),
- up to 50% of eligible costs, but not exceeding PLN 17,000 for an electric energy storage with a minimum capacity of 2 kWh (but no more than PLN 6,000/1 kWh),
- up to 10% of eligible costs for project documentation.
Who is eligible for a wind turbine grant?
The grant from the “My Wind Farm” program is intended for individuals who are owners or co-owners of properties where they plan to install a home wind turbine. To qualify for participation in the program, one must be a prosumer, which means an individual who generates electricity from renewable energy sources for their own needs. In the case of an on-grid installation, which is connected to the network, it is necessary to conclude a comprehensive agreement or an energy sales contract with the Distribution System Operator (DSO), regulating matters related to the introduction of electricity produced in the microinstallation to the grid. The installation can also operate in an off-grid system.
When does the program start?
The “My Wind Farm” program is awaiting approval from the EU and the National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management. NFOŚiGW is conducting public consultations regarding the project. The program is to be submitted for acceptance as early as February this year.
The program will be implemented from 2024 to 2029, of which:
- commitments (understood as signing contracts) will be undertaken until 31.12.2028,
- funds will be expended until 31.12.2029.
Cost eligibility period from 30.06.2023 to 31.12.2028.
Deadlines and submission process for applications
Applications are to be submitted continuously until the dedicated pool of funds is exhausted. The terms, submission process, and consideration of applications will be specified accordingly in the call for proposals announcement or in the recruitment regulations, which will be posted on the NFOŚiGW website.
Home wind turbine – why is it worth it?
Small wind turbines, with a capacity ranging from a few to several tens of kilowatts, harness the power of the wind to generate electricity. They can be connected to the grid, but also to an energy storage system that allows excess energy to be stored during periods of low demand.
Home wind turbines are an excellent complement to photovoltaic installations, ensuring the stability of electricity supply, especially under conditions of variable sunlight availability. Wind turbines can compensate for periods when photovoltaic panels generate less energy, such as at night, during heavily overcast weather, or in winter when solar radiation is less intense. Having both systems allows for greater energy independence, minimizing dependence on a single source of renewable energy.