Title: Selected Legal and Safety Aspects of the “Coal-To-Nuclear” Strategy in Poland
Authors: Dagmara K. Chmielewska-Śmietanko, Agnieszka Miśkiewicz, Tomasz Smoliński, Grażyna Zakrzewska-Kołtuniewicz, Andrzej G. Chmielewski
Date of Publication: February 27, 2024
Introduction
This report explores the legal and safety dimensions of Poland’s emerging strategy to transition from coal-fired power to nuclear energy. It reviews regulatory frameworks, safety standards, and potential hurdles while highlighting the strategic importance of this energy shift for the nation’s climate goals and energy security.
Conclusion
The study concludes that while challenges exist in regulatory and safety domains, coherent policies and rigorous frameworks can facilitate successful deployment of nuclear technologies at former coal plant sites. The report advocates clear government commitment, stakeholder engagement, and continual safety improvements as key to driving Poland’s coal-to-nuclear transition forward.