Polish Competition Authority Imposes Fines on Renewable Energy Companies for Unfair Practices
The Polish competition authority has fined two companies in the renewable energy sector over 7 million PLN for deceptive marketing practices and unfair contract terms.
23.03.2026 | Polish competition authority
The Polish competition authority, UOKiK, has imposed fines totaling over 7 million PLN on two companies in the renewable energy sector for engaging in unfair business practices. The companies, Polska Energia Grupa Kapitałowa and Energia dla Pokoleń, were found to have misled consumers through deceptive advertising and included unfair clauses in their contracts.
UOKiK's President, Tomasz Chróstny, highlighted that consumers often invest significant amounts in renewable energy installations, such as photovoltaic panels and heat pumps, expecting lower energy bills and environmental benefits. However, some companies have resorted to using fear-based marketing tactics and hidden terms in contracts, which can mislead consumers.
Polska Energia Grupa Kapitałowa was found to have used advertisements that mimicked official government communications, creating a false sense of urgency among consumers. Additionally, the company warned of drastic energy price increases without providing proper context, which could pressure consumers into making hasty decisions.
Energia dla Pokoleń included clauses in their contracts that could hinder consumers' ability to enforce their rights, such as vague terms regarding installation delays. UOKiK is also investigating contract templates used by another company, Nasz Prąd, which may contain similar unfair provisions.
In total, UOKiK has fined Energia dla Pokoleń 6,129,221 PLN and Polska Energia Grupa Kapitałowa 904,068 PLN, along with additional fines for individual managers. Both companies have appealed the decisions, which are not yet final.
