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19.10.2026
“Poland’s hydrogen market is beginning to move from pilot projects to industrial projects,” says Szymon Płoński, an experienced expert in the country’s hydrogen economy. He sees great potential in the cooperation between Finland and Poland.
Szymon Płoński, who headed an energy sector delegation that visited Finland in late August, is an expert in several networks promoting hydrogen projects and the cross-border hydrogen market. Among other things, he chairs the board of the local Lower Silesian Hydrogen Valley Association, which is one of Poland’s key hydrogen clusters.
Accompanying Płoński on the delegation’s visit to Finland were representatives from Polish gas and energy infrastructure companies, industry, a research organisation and a ministry. Also on the visit were representatives from the gas transmission network company Gaz-System, the infrastructure engineering and design company ORLEN Gazoprojekt, the Polish Ministry of Economic Development and Technology, the Port of Gdynia, and AGH University of Science and Technology.
“Poland’s hydrogen economy is moving from strategies and first pilot projects towards the industrial phase. There is already high demand for hydrogen, especially in the oil refining and fertiliser industries. This provides a good basis for the gradual transition from fossil hydrogen to renewable hydrogen.
“This development is being supported by Hydrogen Sector Deal signed by operators in the industry, which brings together public administration, industry, research organisations and actors supporting business activities. More than 300 organisations are already involved.
“Together, we are addressing issues relating to hydrogen production, use, infrastructure, hydrogen clusters, regulation, expertise and industrial supply chains, for example. Such coordination is important, as the hydrogen economy requires the simultaneous development of many different things.”
“There are currently a number of projects underway to produce renewable hydrogen and to develop regional hydrogen valleys. The use of hydrogen in transport is being promoted by the introduction of hydrogen buses in many cities, alongside other zero-emission transport solutions.
“In the Lower Silesian Hydrogen Valley, there are already examples of how hydrogen can be integrated into the industrial energy system. Given their production capacity, these projects are also important because they provide practical experience of the hydrogen value chain. This includes the production of renewable electricity, electrolysis plants, hydrogen storage, local use and the integration of hydrogen into the existing industrial infrastructure.
“The key challenge is to align new generation capacity with actual demand, a sufficient supply of renewable electricity and the infrastructure required.”
“The first step is to switch to the use of renewable hydrogen in industry. Initially, oil refining and the fertiliser industry are likely to be the most important applications. Alongside them, demand may also arise in public transport, heavy-duty transport and other industrial applications.
“Another important factor is the rapid growth of renewable electricity production. Hydrogen can help to harness variable wind and solar power, especially in areas where grid capacity limits the integration of new energy production into the grid. However, this requires projects that are economically viable and have a clear link to energy demand.”
“The planned Nordic-Baltic Hydrogen Corridor hydrogen transport infrastructure is the most strategically important joint project, as it would connect Finland, the Baltic states, Poland and Germany to the same hydrogen market.
“This would not simply be a matter of a physical pipeline connection. Just as important is market coordination to ensure supply and demand are in balance. A network connection would also help to improve investment predictability and enable cross-border hydrogen trading where the economic conditions for it exist.
“Poland can provide significant industrial demand for the hydrogen market, while Finland’s strengths are the potential of renewable energy, industrial know-how and clean energy innovations. This will enable the Baltic Sea Region to develop into a more integrated energy and industrial market.
“Besides infrastructure, close cooperation between operators in the industry is needed. This is supported by the strategic letter of intent signed this year by Hydrogen Cluster Finland and the Polish Lower Silesian Valley Hydrogen Association to intensify cooperation.”
“You are well positioned to rise to a significant position. Your strengths lie in the transition to clean energy, a strong industrial base and technological expertise.”
“From Poland’s perspective, Finnish projects in which renewable electricity, hydrogen production and industrial use are interconnected are of particular interest. Solutions that combine hydrogen production with carbon capture or utilisation and the utilisation of surplus heat generated in processes also spark interest.”
“The hydrogen market is likely to move from policy objectives and pilot projects to practical implementation. The crucial factor is whether the planned projects are able to secure the availability of renewable electricity, financing, permits, certification and long-term buyers.”
“The hydrogen infrastructure should be seen as part of a broader discussion on energy security. The region’s energy systems are increasingly interconnected. They are also becoming electrified and increasingly dependent on the successful integration of domestic renewable energy. In this context, the future hydrogen infrastructure can bring more flexibility to the energy system.”
BalticSeaH2 is a five-year EU-funded hydrogen economy project that was launched in 2023. Its aim is to establish Europe’s first major cross-border hydrogen valley between Finland and Estonia. Gasgrid is participating in the project as the valley coordinator. The project also supports Gasgrid’s international hydrogen network projects the Nordic-Baltic Hydrogen Corridor, the Nordic Hydrogen Route and the Baltic Sea Hydrogen Collector. The visit by Polish stakeholders to Finland was linked to the project’s objective of promoting cross-border cooperation, the exchange of information and the joint development of the hydrogen economy in the Baltic Sea region.
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