Poland just discovered its largest oil field. How much does it really matter?

We analyzed the data behind the Wolin find, and here’s what it actually means:

• 22 million tons of oil = 3 months of Germany’s consumption
• For Poland? A 6–12 percentage point drop in oil import dependency
• For Europe? Just 3 weeks of supply

The big picture:

✔ Important for Poland’s balance of payments

✗ Not a game-changer for EU energy independence

⚠ Production won’t begin until 2029, and the field will be depleted within 6 years

Environmental impact? High.

Economic impact?Modest.

Symbolic value? Significant.