ORLEN Synthos Green Energy and Polish Data Center Association establish working group for SMR energy supply

Deal Analysis

ORLEN Synthos Green Energy (OSGE) and the Polish Data Center Association (PLDCA) have established a working group to explore the feasibility of supplying nuclear energy from Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) to power Polish data centers. This partnership aims to address the increasing energy demands of data centers while simultaneously supporting decarbonization efforts. The collaboration will focus on developing a strategy for integrating SMR technology into the energy infrastructure of data centers, potentially offering a reliable and low-carbon power source. The formation of this working group signifies a proactive approach to meeting the energy needs of a rapidly growing sector. By partnering with the PLDCA, OSGE gains direct access to the collective expertise and requirements of data center operators in Poland. While the financial value of the partnership is undisclosed, the strategic importance lies in its potential to establish a sustainable energy model for data centers and advance the adoption of SMR technology in Poland.

Partnership between a clean energy developer (OSGE) and a data center association (PLDCA).
Focus on utilizing Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) for data center power supply.
Aims to address growing energy demands and decarbonization goals.
Represents a proactive approach to sustainable energy solutions in the data center sector.

Market Context: The data center market is experiencing rapid growth, leading to increased energy consumption and a growing focus on sustainable power solutions. Nuclear energy, particularly SMRs, are being considered as a potential low-carbon alternative to traditional fossil fuels.

Source Intelligence

KEY DETAILS

The power demand of Polish data centers may reach 500 MW by 2030 and the sector could require as much as 1063 MW by 2034, with energy consumption projected at 9,3 TWh. Quote: According to forecasts by PMR Market Experts and PSE SA (power transmission system operator), the power demand of Polish data centers may reach 500 MW by 2030 and the sector could require as much as 1063 MW by 2034, with energy consumption projected at 9,3 TWh.

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Capacity

The Polish data center sector is expanding at a remarkable pace, currently reaching nearly 200 MW of operational capacity

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Location

In Warsaw. Microsoft has launched the first data processing region in Central and Eastern Europe and the company continues to invest in infrastructure, positioning Poland as a key technology hub in that part of Europe.

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Announcement

09/07/2025, 12:00

PARTIES MENTIONED IN SOURCE

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ORLEN Synthos Green Energy developer

"ORLEN Synthos Green Energy (OSGE) and the Polish Data Center Association (PLDCA) have entered into a strategic partnership, forming a working group dedicated to securing energy supplies for data centers with Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)."

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Polish Data Center Association association

"ORLEN Synthos Green Energy (OSGE) and the Polish Data Center Association (PLDCA) have entered into a strategic partnership, forming a working group dedicated to securing energy supplies for data centers with Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)."

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Google Cloud cloud service provider

"Major global cloud service providers — including Google Cloud, Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure — are expanding their presence in Poland."

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Amazon Web Services cloud service provider

"Major global cloud service providers — including Google Cloud, Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure — are expanding their presence in Poland."

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Microsoft Azure cloud service provider

"Major global cloud service providers — including Google Cloud, Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure — are expanding their presence in Poland."

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Microsoft cloud service provider

"In Warsaw. Microsoft has launched the first data processing region in Central and Eastern Europe and the company continues to invest in infrastructure, positioning Poland as a key technology hub in that part of Europe."

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GE Vernova Hitachi reactor designer

"We are ready to answer to these demands and deliver based on the fleet of the GE Vernova Hitachi BWRX-300 reactors"

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Amazon data center market player

"This strategic declaration was also joined by major data center market players such as Amazon, Google and Meta."

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Google data center market player

"This strategic declaration was also joined by major data center market players such as Amazon, Google and Meta."

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Meta data center market player

"This strategic declaration was also joined by major data center market players such as Amazon, Google and Meta."