Funding opportunities for biomass plants and hybrid systems
The use of renewable energies is increasingly being promoted as a way to actively combat climate change. Popular technologies include biomass plants, solar thermal energy, heat pumps, and hybrid systems. Numerous subsidies are available for homeowners and businesses to make investing in these modern heating and energy systems more attractive. Below you'll find an overview of the various funding options, particularly through KfW Bank and other programs.
KfW funding for biomass plants
KfW Bank offers numerous programs to support investments in renewable energy sources. Biomass plants are systems that use organic material, such as wood pellets or wood chips, to generate energy. The purchase and installation of such systems can be supported with low-interest loans or grants from KfW, particularly through the "Federal Funding for Efficient Buildings" (BEG) program. This funding requires the systems to meet certain efficiency and environmental criteria.
Funding for solar thermal energy
Solar thermal energy, which uses solar energy to generate heat, is also subsidized by the government. Both the KfW (Renewable Energy Development Bank) and the Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Export Control (BAFA) can be contacted in this regard. BEG subsidies can cover up to 30% of the costs of a solar thermal system. Combining solar thermal energy with other energy sources such as biomass or a heat pump is particularly attractive, allowing for larger subsidies.
Heat pumps: Efficient and subsidized
Heat pumps are among the most effective heating systems and utilize ambient heat from the air, the ground, or groundwater. Various programs also exist to support heat pump technologies. KfW offers financing options, while BAFA provides direct grants. Meeting certain efficiency standards is particularly important in order to access government funding.
Hybrid systems: The future of energy supply
Hybrid systems combine various renewable energy technologies, such as a heat pump with a solar thermal system or a biomass heating system. These combinations are particularly attractive for subsidies because they make a significant contribution to CO2 reduction and operate very efficiently. Subsidies of up to 35% of the total installation costs are available through the Federal Energy Act (BEG). There are also local funding programs that support hybrid systems.
In conclusion, subsidizing renewable energies offers a great opportunity to reduce your energy costs and make an important contribution to the energy transition. Find out about the appropriate programs and requirements early on to receive the maximum subsidy for your system.
