PROFBUD is the first developer in Poland to build and launch its own wind farm. The acquired energy, with an estimated annual production of 42,000 MWh, will contribute to the reduction of 31,962 tons of CO₂ per year, supporting the development of renewable energy sources in the construction sector. It will power, among other things, the common parts of investments implemented by PROFBUD, as well as the common parts of properties managed by housing cooperatives, communities and other entities matched in terms of the generator's profile. The exception is the GAIA PARK township, where for 20 years the owners of the premises will receive active electricity to their homes almost free of charge.
This is not only the first, but a crucial step toward a sustainable future. The company has ambitious plans for further green energy development, including the construction of a photovoltaic plant near the wind farm and the construction of a renewable energy storage facility to manage energy production even more efficiently.
Ilza Pakoslaw wind farm - a new stage in RES development
Green On Energy, a company affiliated with Warsaw-based developer PROFBUD, is implementing a landmark project in the Polish renewable energy market. A 14.8 MW Iłża Pakosław wind farm has been built in the Radom district, which will become a key element of the company's sustainable development strategy.
The preparatory process for the construction of the wind farm was developed by Horyzonty MK Sp. z o.o., while in the construction-ready phase their shares were taken over by INFINITY S.A. (the company continued to develop the investment under the name Green On Energy). Direct construction work began in the first quarter of 2024, and energy production took off in the second half of 2024. The aim of the project is, among other things, to ensure the sale of green energy to new residential and office projects developed by PROFBUD. Ultimately, this will reduce operating costs and ensure the stability of energy prices regardless of the situation on the Polish Power Exchange or the geopolitical situation in the world, which also indirectly affects the price of electricity in Poland.
Construction process and technology
Formal commencement of construction took place in 2016, while direct construction works related to site preparation for transports and installation of wind turbines began in February 2024. The general contractor was MAL-BUD-1, which was responsible for construction work and foundation preparation. The installation of the turbines was entrusted to VESTAS, which was also their supplier, and the electrical power installations were carried out by ISKRA ENERGETYKA and EL-MARK. The farm has been equipped with seven VESTAS wind turbines, with a total capacity reaching about 14.8 MW: 3 VESTAS 2.0 MW V90, h105 turbines and 4 VESTAS 2.2 MW V110, h120 turbines.
The first feeding of energy into the grid took place in October 2024, and the farm already has a final and legally valid operating permit and a power generation license. The energy produced will be sold under cPPAs (Corporate Power Purchase Agreements) to end users, such as companies Group Profbud sp. z o.o., City Level sp. z o.o., residential communities, cooperatives, factories, medical clinics and other commercial properties.
GAIA PARK with free energy for 20 years
The first development to benefit from this energy is the GAIA PARK eco-town in Konstancin-Jeziorna designed by OPA Architects. The project concept is based on four pillars: energy, air, water and community. The houses in GAIA PARK are equipped with ground-source heat pumps and recuperation systems, and green energy from the wind farm will almost completely eliminate operating costs.
What's more, PROFBUD has announced that for the next 20 years GAIA PARK residents will receive electricity almost for free. This is an unprecedented solution in Polish residential construction, setting a new standard in sustainability and energy independence.
Green energy for commercial real estate
The developer is not limiting itself to the residential sector, however. The company is also developing a leasing segment for office space, which will also be powered by energy from a wind farm. This innovative approach will ultimately reduce the cost of maintaining commercial properties and guarantee predictable and stable energy prices for tenants, in addition to entitling tenants to demonstrate ESG compliance.
An example of such a building is Vector+, a modern office building located in Warsaw's Wola district, which already meets high standards of sustainable construction, confirmed by a BREEAM Very Good certificate. With access to green energy, Vector+ fits into the company's strategy to reduce its carbon footprint and ultimately lower the operating costs of commercial real estate.
The company also plans to provide green energy to new residential and commercial developments in the future.
PROFBUD's environmental strategy
The construction of the wind farm is only the first stage of PROFBUD's green strategy. The developer also plans to implement an 8 MW photovoltaic installation in a nearby area and build a renewable energy storage facility. With these measures, the company will not only reduce CO₂ emissions, but also set a new standard for sustainable construction industry in Poland.
- We are the first developer to build our own wind farm, and what's more, the energy from it will be supplied to both our commercial and residential developments, and thus directly to our customers. This revolutionary venture has a not inconsiderable impact on the planet, counteracting climate change and thus setting new developer standards. - emphasizes Paweł Malinowski, CEO of PROFBUD and Green On Energy.
With this initiative, PROFBUD not only revolutionizes the real estate industry, but also becomes a leader in ecological and innovative solutions in the development market in Poland.
GAIA PARK sales office design - Q2 STUDIO
GAIA PARK township design - OPA Architects
