The influence of photovoltaics on the implementation of the climate and energy package on the example of the Rzeszów functional area

The aim of the study is to show the impact of investments in photovoltaic installations carried out by local government units on the implementation of the objectives of the climate and energy package in the Rzeszów Functional Area (ROF). It has been shown that such an important problem as the need to increase the share of renewable energy sources (RES) in electricity production is also solved locally. The methods of in-depth interview, case study and desk research were used. The application of modern technologies in the field of energy production with the use of photovoltaic cells in the ROF area is to contribute in 2019-2035 to the reduction of CO₂ emissions; to the increase in the production of electricity from RES, and to the reduction of the use of fossil fuels for the production of electricity. Diversification of energy sources, also at local and individual level, can be beneficial not only for the environment, but also for the budget of energy consumers.