The article discusses the importance of consulting in the context of energy transformation, led by Dorota Zawadzka-Stępniak, the president of the National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management. During a recent debate organized by the Forum Energia–Efekt–Środowisko, she highlighted that effective transformation begins with knowledge and that local government structures need significant changes for successful outcomes.

Zawadzka-Stępniak pointed out that while the energy sector transformation primarily involves large projects and investments, localized efforts at the municipal level are equally crucial. The success of these initiatives depends heavily on the quality and competence with which they are executed. She emphasized the need for support that extends beyond just local governments to ensure broad and qualitative outcomes in the transformation process.

This focus on quality in projects underlines a larger trend in environmental governance, where community engagement and well-informed decision-making are critical. As Poland aims to transition towards greener energy sources amid escalating climate challenges, strengthening the capacity of local governments through knowledgeable consulting is viewed as essential for the overall success of the energy transition.