Wedoany.com Report-Dec.10, The European Commission has approved state aid from Poland for the construction of the country's first nuclear power plant, Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced on Tuesday. The Commission confirmed its decision in an official statement the same day.

Poland selected U.S.-based Westinghouse Electric Company to build the facility on the Baltic Sea coast. The project schedule targets the start of construction for the first reactor in 2028, with commercial operation planned for 2036.

"We will soon have official confirmation that the European Commission agrees to state aid for the construction of a nuclear power plant in Poland," Tusk said during a public address.

He added that financing is fully secured, with total public support amounting to 60 billion zlotys (approximately $16.51 billion). "In December, meaning this year, the first 4.6 billion zlotys in treasury securities will reach the interested entity," the Prime Minister stated.

The European Commission's approval was a required step to move the Polish nuclear programme forward. "We will indeed be able to begin construction with sufficient momentum, so that electricity from the first nuclear power plant in Poland can flow as quickly as possible," Tusk emphasized.

Polish government officials highlighted the strategic importance of the project for energy security and affordability as the country transitions away from coal-based generation.

"The power plant will supply electricity to Polish consumers and Polish industry, and it will do so at a relatively low price... and will be able to generate energy for free for the next 40 years," Deputy Energy Minister Wojciech Wrochna said at a separate press conference.

"In my opinion, this operation will allow us to achieve some of the most competitive energy prices in the world," he added.

The nuclear plant is expected to deliver stable, low-carbon electricity and contribute to Poland's long-term energy independence. With financing and regulatory clearance now in place, preparatory work can accelerate toward the 2028 construction start. The project represents a major milestone in Poland's efforts to modernize its power sector and meet growing electricity demand with clean, reliable sources.