The city has officially begun work on the concept of a next-generation energy cluster. Chojnice authorities emphasize that this is a real initiative which, even at the planning stage, sends a clear message: the energy transition can be a source of profit, development, and competitive advantage—not just an expensive obligation.
The energy cluster in Chojnice is an initiative that will allow participants—including residents, businesses, and public institutions—not only to produce and consume energy on preferential terms, but also to trade energy within the local community.
This will enable efficient management of energy surpluses and shortages, helping to balance daily production and consumption volumes.
One of the key advantages of the cluster will be the ability to introduce regional settlement rates. This means lower bills for participants, greater energy efficiency, and new investment opportunities.
Additionally, participation in the cluster increases the chances of obtaining grid connection conditions—something that has often been a barrier for many renewable energy projects. Thanks to shared energy management and the integration of modern IT tools, renewable installations—such as photovoltaic farms, wind turbines, or biogas plants—will become even more cost-effective, making the region more attractive to investors.
The Chojnice cluster will be balanced using advanced digital systems, including specialized tools for forecasting, management, and energy consumption reporting. Moreover, the project will incorporate energy storage systems and hydrogen technologies, enabling efficient use of surplus energy and supporting the region’s development toward the use of hydrogen-powered vehicles and equipment.
This structure will not only reduce local CO₂ emissions but also make it easier for participants to meet regulatory ESG reporting requirements—an increasingly standard market expectation for companies and public institutions.
The project demonstrates that green transformation doesn’t have to be a cost—on the contrary, it can become a source of stable profits and competitive edge. With the right operational model, the cluster will serve as a tool for economic development, innovation, and social responsibility.
This is yet another implementation by the Future Solutions Research and Development Center, operating within the ECM distributed energy ecosystem. The energy cluster project in Chojnice is one of the most advanced solutions of its kind in Europe—and proof that Polish municipalities don’t need to wait for systemic changes. They can act locally, boldly, and with vision—for the benefit of residents, the environment, and future generations.