Berlin's Commitment to Sustainable Heating Solutions: A Comprehensive Guide to Heat Pump Funding
Berlin is steadfast in promoting sustainable heating solutions, offering substantial funding programs for heat pumps. Our guide not only provides an overview of crucial information on heat pump funding in Berlin but also sheds light on current developments to keep you thoroughly informed.
Key Funding Programs in Focus:
ENEO – Support for Energy Consultation and Assessments:
Companies and individuals receive assistance for efficient energy utilization. Efficient Buildings-PLUS:
Supports the energetic refurbishment and modernization of buildings, particularly the exchange and optimization of equipment in Module IBB Housing Modernization:
Financial support for measures such as energetic refurbishment, accessibility improvements, fire protection, and apartment remodeling.
Overview of Heat Pump Funding: Federal and KfW Initiatives
The Federal Funding for Efficient Buildings (BEG) is a joint initiative by KfW and the Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Export Control (BAFA).
Starting January 2024, KfW will take over the overall funding for heating systems, providing direct grants and new credit incentives for environmentally friendly heating systems and renovation projects.
The base funding is uniformly set at 30%, but it can be increased to up to 70% through various bonuses.
Funding applies to air-source heat pumps, ground-source heat pumps, and water-source heat pumps.
Important Dates for Funding Applications and Expansion of Eligibility:
From February 2024, sole owners of occupied single-family homes can apply for funding.
In May 2024, owners of multi-family homes and condominium communities are expected to become eligible for funding.
Expectedly from August 2024, eligibility is projected to extend to individuals who own rented single-family homes or partially rented condominiums, provided the measures pertain to individual ownership.
Additional Incentives and Technology Combinations:
The combination of photovoltaic or solar thermal systems with heat pumps receives additional support.
New funding programs at the federal and state levels further bolster heat pump funding.
These developments underscore the evolving dynamics in heat pump funding, presenting opportunities for a more sustainable and efficient utilization of heating systems in Germany. Staying regularly informed about current changes is advisable to leverage the best possible funding opportunities.
