Centrum Koordynacji Projektów Środowiskowych - Lasy Państwowe

What Centrum Koordynacji Projektów Środowiskowych - Lasy Państwowe does

Centrum Koordynacji Projektów Środowiskowych (CKPŚ) is a public-sector coordination centre operating as an internal unit of Państwowe Gospodarstwo Leśne Lasy Państwowe (PGL LP), the Polish State Forests enterprise. Established with its website launched on July 1, 2012, the centre coordinates EU-funded environmental projects across approximately 430 Nadleśnictwa (forestry units) and 17 Regional Directorates, serving as the designated Implementing Institution for environmental components of the Operational Programme Infrastructure and Environment (POIiŚ) under the supervision of the Ministry of Climate and Environment. It functions as a centralised hub for water retention, forest fire protection, species and habitat conservation (including Natura 2000 sites), and climate adaptation across multiple EU programming periods (2007-2013, 2014-2020, 2021-2027).

Its core products are a portfolio of EU-funded environmental and development projects rather than commercial software. Core project categories include Mała retencja nizinna and Mała retencja górska (small-scale water retention), Ochrona przeciwpożarowa (forest fire protection, covering 145 units), Ochrona gatunków i siedlisk (species and habitat protection), Las Energii (renewable energy on forest estates), Lasy Węglowe (carbon footprint calculation across ~500 units), and 2021-2027 initiatives covering wetlands (Lasy dla Mokradeł), cross-border carnivore protection (Drapieżne pogranicze), remote sensing (Teledetekcja w ochronie Natura 2000), nocturnal wildlife monitoring (Nocne Życie Lasu), and climate adaptation ambassadors (Ambasadorzy Zmian). The underlying technology layer is a web-based project coordination platform (ckps.lasy.gov.pl) with English translation, accessibility features, a 512-article news archive, and a YouTube channel. Supporting infrastructure includes the Point for Nature (Punkt dla Przyrody) physical advisory centre that has served over 2,000 beneficiaries with free training and consultation on EU funding applications.

The business model is non-commercial: CKPŚ does not sell products or services. All funding flows from EU operational programmes (POIiŚ, FEnIKS, Interreg), co-financing from the National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management (NFOŚiGW), and national budget allocations, with a planned allocation exceeding 1.1 billion PLN through 2029 for water retention, wetlands, and fire protection. Revenue mechanics are administrative grants and intergovernmental programme allocations; pricing is non-applicable. Customer segments are exclusively public-sector or non-commercial: internal forestry units of PGL LP, national parks, environmental NGOs, research institutions (e.g., University of Rzeszów), and regional self-governments that apply for EU environmental funding coordinated through CKPŚ. Distribution is direct administrative, through 17 regional directorates, 430 forestry units, in-person open days, field training programmes (HydroAkademia), and the Point for Nature advisory centre.

Name

Centrum Koordynacji Projektów Środowiskowych - Lasy Państwowe

Legal name

Centrum Koordynacji Projektów Środowiskowych - Lasy Państwowe

Website

https://ckps.lasy.gov.pl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CKPŚ is a Polish government coordination centre within the State Forests (Lasy Państwowe) system that manages EU-funded environmental projects across approximately 430 forestry units. It serves as the designated Implementing Institution for POIiŚ and operates the Point for Nature advisory centre for environmental beneficiaries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Government Environmental Project Coordination

NAICS

Administration of Environmental Quality Programs (9241), Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs (92411), Administration of Conservation Programs (92412)

akta.pro primary industry

Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation & Resilience Programs (BPAIAMAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

State/Provincial Environmental Protection & Natural Resources Administration (BPAIABAL), Environmental, Climate & Sustainability Standards & Reporting Cooperation (BPADANAI)

Keywords

• EU environmental funding coordination
• Forest project management
• Water retention programs
• Nature conservation services
• Climate adaptation projects

Headquarters

HQ city

Warsaw

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Funding (EU Cohesion Policy and National Funds): As a unit of Państwowe Gospodarstwo Leśne Lasy Państwowe (PGL LP), CKPŚ operates entirely on public funding. Revenue comes from EU operational programs (POIiŚ 2007-2013, 2014-2020, 2021-2027, FEnIKS), National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management (NFOŚIGW) co-financing, and national budget allocations for environmental protection and climate adaptation projects.

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Centrum Koordynacji Projektów Środowiskowych (CKPŚ) is a coordination unit within Polish State Forests (Lasy Państwowe) that manages EU-funded environmental projects across multiple programming periods (POIiŚ 2007-2013, 2014-2020, FEnIKS 2021-2027). It coordinates water retention, forest fire protection, species and habitat conservation (Natura 2000), and climate adaptation initiatives across approximately 430 forestry units and 17 regional directorates. It also operates the Punkt dla Przyrody (Point for Nature) advisory center providing free training and consultation on EU environmental funding applications.

Product overview

CKPŚ operates as a coordination center for environmental projects within the Polish State Forests (Lasy Państwowe), managing a portfolio of EU-funded initiatives spanning multiple programming periods (2007-2013, 2014-2020, 2021-2027). The core offerings include water retention projects (Mała retencja nizinna and górska), forest fire protection, and species/habitat conservation on Natura 2000 sites. Development projects cover renewable energy (Las Energii), carbon footprint calculation (Lasy Węglowe), and building energy efficiency. Supporting services include the Punkt dla Przyrody advisory center providing free training and consultations on EU funding applications. New initiatives for 2021-2027 include cross-border carnivore protection, wetlands conservation, and remote sensing for Natura 2000 monitoring. The portfolio is unified by climate adaptation goals but consists of distinct project streams, each with separate EU funding sources.

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Products and services

• Punkt dla Przyrody (Point for Nature) Advisory Service Free advisory center providing training, consultations, and guidance for organizations planning to apply or already applying for EU environmental funding for nature protection projects. Serves representatives of entities applying for EU funds.
• Mała retencja nizinna (Lowland Water Retention) EU-funded project focused on small-scale water retention in lowland forest areas, aimed at preventing water erosion and increasing groundwater levels in State Forests territory.
• Mała retencja górska (Mountain Water Retention) Mountain area water retention project implementing retention reservoirs, check dams, and stream restoration to slow surface runoff and prevent erosion in forested mountain terrain.
• Ochrona przeciwpożarowa (Forest Fire Protection) Forest fire protection project covering 145 forest districts with EU support, including early detection systems, firebreaks, and specialized firefighting equipment to protect Polish forests.
• Ochrona gatunków i siedlisk (Species and Habitat Protection) Species and habitat protection initiative focused on Natura 2000 sites, implementing conservation measures for endangered plants, animals, and their habitats within State Forests territory.
• Las Energii (Forest Energy) Renewable energy initiative promoting solar installations across all Regional Directorates of State Forests, including photovoltaic micro-installations and carports at forest offices.
• Lasy Węglowe (Carbon Forests) Carbon forestry project that calculated the carbon footprint of nearly 500 State Forest units, measuring greenhouse gas emissions across the State Forests organization.
• Drapieżne pogranicze (Predatory Borderland Cross-Border Project) Poland-Slovakia cross-border project for integrated protection of large carnivores (wolves, lynx, bears), co-financed by the Interreg program under the 2021-2027 EU funding period.
• Lasy dla mokradeł (Forests for Wetlands) Forests for Wetlands project targeting conservation and restoration of peatlands, marshes, and wetland habitats on State Forest lands, planned for 2024-2029.
• Nocne życie lasu (Night Life of the Forest) Project focusing on nocturnal wildlife monitoring and conservation in Polish forests under the 2021-2027 EU funding cycle.
• Teledetekcja w ochronie Natura 2000 (Remote Sensing for Natura 2000 Protection) Remote sensing project using satellite imagery and aerial surveys for monitoring and protecting Natura 2000 sites under the 2021-2027 EU funding cycle.
• Ambasadorzy Zmian (Ambassadors of Change) Ambassadors of Change project promoting climate adaptation practices among forest management units under the 2021-2027 EU funding cycle.
• Żywioły lasu (Elements of the Forest Educational Game) Strategic board game teaching forest climate adaptation, with a tournament format reaching 249 teams nationwide for environmental education.
• Podnoszenie efektywności energetycznej budynków w PGL LP (Energy Efficiency Improvement) Energy efficiency improvement program for State Forests buildings, including energy-saving retrofits and optimization of heating and cooling systems.
• POIiŚ Implementing Institution Services (Działanie 2.4) Official Implementing Institution services for the Operational Programme Infrastructure and Environment (POIiŚ) 2014-2020, Action 2.4, including application calls, beneficiary support, documentation, and evaluation for environmental protection projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• More than 2,000 people trained through Point for Nature advisory services
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Partners for 'Lasy dla mokradeł' Project (FEnIKS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 June 2024Open call for partner selection for the 'Forests for Wetlands' project under FEnIKS program. Project aims to protect hydrogenic habitats and restore peatlands across Poland, planned for 2024-2029 with budget covering at least 10,450 hectares.
• University of Rzeszów (Prof. Krzysztof Kukuła, Prof. Aneta Bylak)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerScientific collaboration on stream renaturation and fish migration studies. Researchers conducted studies on the Hołubla stream demonstrating that removal of barriers (concrete fords, dams) restored fish populations - from 80 fish of 6 species to 1,083 fish of 9 species within one year of renaturation.
• National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management (NFOŚiGW)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-financing partner for environmental projects under EU operational programs. NFOŚiGW serves as the intermediate institution for EU environmental funding, providing national co-financing and administering funding mechanisms.
• Ministry of Climate and EnvironmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent ministry overseeing CKPŚ operations as part of the State Forests system. Sets policy direction for environmental protection and climate adaptation within Poland's forest estate.
• Slovak Partners (Interreg PL-SK)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCross-border cooperation with Slovak entities for the 'Drapieżne pogranicze' (Predatory Borderland) project focusing on integrated protection of large carnivores in Poland and Slovakia, co-financed by Interreg program.
• Ministry of Climate and Environment - Government Strategic Projects PortfoliocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCKPŚ-managed projects included in the strategic projects portfolio of the Prime Minister's Chancellery (KPRM), indicating high-level government recognition of their strategic importance.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCxWutw8KN0LCnqyPwK2Ivwg/videos
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/centrum-koordynacji-projekt%C3%B3w-%C5%9Brodowiskowych

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