The output of scientific research and development in Poland increased steadily from 12.6 billion Zloty in 2013 to 19.59 billion Zloty in 2023. This represents a notable increase over the decade. Year-on-year growth fluctuated with a peak increase of 8.58% in 2017. The last two years saw moderate growth at 3.5% in 2022 and 3.33% in 2023. The average annual growth rate (CAGR) for the past five years up to 2023 was 4.33%.
Looking ahead, the output is forecasted to continue growing, reaching 22.6 billion Zloty by 2028. The projected CAGR for 2024-2028 is 2.26%, indicating a slower yet steady growth rate.
Future trends to watch for:
- Increasing digital transformation initiatives influencing R&D outputs.
- Greater collaboration between academia and industry.
- Potential impact of government policies supporting innovation.
- Increased emphasis on sustainable and green technologies in R&D projects.
