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Rising energy prices and a dramatic increase in poverty in Poland since 2019
The rising costs of energy, gas and heating in Poland drastically deepen the problem of poverty. In 2024, the number of people living in extreme poverty increased to 2.5 million, including over 521,000 children. This is a dramatic increase compared to 2019, when 1.6 million people lived in extreme poverty. This increase also affected people living below the social minimum, which currently includes 17.3 million Poles. Energy costs particularly affect the poorest and retirees who struggle with the rising costs of living. The article encourages active help by supporting children and seniors.