Grant

Promotion of Heat Pumps in Connection with a Cold Heat Network

Funding for heat pump systems and their customer-side connection to cold heat networks in North Rhine-Westphalia. Co-financing up to 25% of eligible expenses, max. €1,500 per system. Applications possible until 30.06.2027.

Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energies Climate Action

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Grant criteria

Application Deadline:
20.05. - 30.06.2027
Application level: Advanced
Region: North Rhine-Westphalia
Company size: suitable for all company sizes
Funding amount: €1,500 per installation
Funding rate: 25%

Funding objective

Promotion of the installation and customer-side connection of heat pumps to cold heat networks to increase energy and cost efficiency as well as to support the energy transition in North Rhine-Westphalia.

Eligible expenses

  • Acquisition of the heat pump
  • Installation and connection work
  • Costs for customer-side connection

Non-eligible expenses

  • unlisted equipment
  • premature commencement of measures
  • structural own contributions without specialist contractors

Eligible to apply

  • Individuals
  • Non-profit Organizations
  • Companies
  • Cooperatives
  • Public Institutions
  • Educational Institutions

Funding requirements

  • Use only listed or eligible systems under the BEG
  • Prohibition of premature commencement of measures
  • Application submission before contract award
  • Online application via progres.nrw
  • Systems must be listed and eligible for funding

Documents required for application

  1. Cost estimate
  2. Offer
  3. Contractor's declaration
  4. Declaration of company in difficulty
  5. Treasurer's declaration
  6. Construction description
  7. Proof of listed facility

Evaluation criteria

  • Eligibility of the system for funding according to BEG
  • Technical minimum requirements
  • Compliance with guideline conditions

Description

Funding Program for Heat Pump Connection to Cold Heat Networks in North Rhine-Westphalia is aimed at municipalities, public-law institutions, companies, cooperatives, educational and non-profit organizations, as well as private individuals. The agenda focuses on increasing energy and cost efficiency through the installation of highly efficient heat pump systems and their customer-side connection to cold heat networks. Within the framework of the BEG individual measures, up to 25% of eligible costs are subsidized, but no more than €1,500 per system. The funding not only supports heat generation from renewable sources but also makes an important contribution to the energy transition in NRW. Eligible applicants must use listed or eligible systems, avoid premature commencement of measures, and submit the application online via the progres.nrw portal before awarding the contract. The guideline is valid until June 30, 2027, providing ample planning scope for the future-oriented heat transition.

The program addresses a broad spectrum of target groups – from individuals and condominium owners to craft, commercial, and industrial enterprises, as well as public authorities and educational institutions. Eligible for funding are the heat pump itself, all installation and connection work, as well as all expenses for the customer-side connection. Ineligible are measures started prematurely, self-performed work without a professional contractor, and non-listed systems. The application process is straightforward and online; after positive evaluation, the grant approval is issued. A final proof of use and compliance with technical minimum requirements ensure the appropriate use of funds. This realizes a sustainable heat concept that effectively advances local climate protection goals in North Rhine-Westphalia.

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