The growing number of electric vehicles on Polish roads is driving the need for modern charging infrastructure. According to data from PSPA, as of the end of February 2025, there were already 84,802 fully electric passenger and commercial vehicles (BEVs) registered in Poland — a 15% increase compared to the previous year. More and more drivers are embracing e-mobility, and the charging market is steadily expanding.

Representatives of NOXO emphasize that in order to fully unlock the market’s potential, changes are needed to further accelerate the development of charging stations.

“E-mobility is developing dynamically in Poland. It’s crucial to keep up with the growing needs of drivers and provide them with convenient access to chargers. That’s why we need changes — both in expanding the EV fleet and simplifying investment-related formalities,” says Jakub Bańkowski, Member of the Management Board of NOXO ENERGY. “We need an efficiently functioning regulatory environment and even greater support in education to make e-mobility a permanent part of the Polish road landscape.”

Excessive waiting time for grid connections

Polish companies are struggling with limitations of the power grid, and the wait time for new connections currently ranges from 1.5 to 2 years. According to Jakub Bańkowski, changes in this area are essential.

“To keep pace with the growth in the number of electric vehicles, streamlining the connection process is key. Currently, the wait time for new grid connections can reach up to two years, significantly slowing down the development of charging infrastructure. We need to simplify procedures and create more flexibility in power grid planning to support investments and effectively drive the transport transformation in Poland,” Bańkowski stresses.

He adds that without speeding up the connection process and improving cooperation with energy grid operators, the development of charging infrastructure will be significantly delayed, potentially slowing the pace of transport electrification in Poland.

“We must think long-term and implement solutions that enable charging station development where they are most needed — in cities, along main routes, and in high-traffic areas. Only then will e-mobility become a real and convenient alternative for drivers,” he concludes.

Too few stations, too little education

Although the number of EV charging stations is growing, concerns about charger availability on the road still persist in society. Paweł Włudyga, Member of the Management Board of NOXO ENERGY, believes that while expanding the number of stations is important, public education is equally crucial.

“Many people still hold misconceptions about using electric vehicles, often due to a lack of reliable knowledge or the spread of misinformation online. Videos showing extreme charging problems circulate on the internet, while in reality, with the current infrastructure, using an EV daily is much easier than it seems. That’s why, in addition to increasing the number of stations, educating the public and debunking myths about e-mobility is essential,” he says.

Inspired by Norway

Norway is a prime example of how to successfully support e-mobility. Thanks to broad incentives for EV owners and infrastructure investors, 88.9% of all new cars sold in Norway today are electric. The Norwegians have shown that developing e-mobility requires both investment in charging infrastructure and extensive educational efforts.

“Poland is on the right track to replicate the success of Scandinavian countries. We have more electric vehicles on the roads, more chargers, and growing public awareness. Implementing the right legislative and investment changes will only accelerate this positive trend,” concludes Jakub Bańkowski.