Funding for Thermal Building Renovation
Funding program of the state of Upper Austria for the thermal renovation of primarily commercially used buildings to improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions according to OIB guidelines. Applications possible until 31.12.2026.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Funding of investment measures to improve the thermal insulation of predominantly commercially used buildings in order to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions and to implement the Upper Austrian energy strategy "Energy Future 2030".
Eligible expenses
- Insulation of the top floor ceilings or the roof
- Insulation of the exterior walls
- Insulation of the lowest floor ceiling or the basement floor
- Renovation or replacement of windows and exterior doors
- Installation of heat recovery systems in ventilation systems
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Eligible to apply
- Companies
- Non-profit Organizations
- Interest Groups and Other Associations
- Individuals
Funding requirements
- Application must be received by the state funding agency or Kommunalkredit Public Consulting GmbH before the start of construction or delivery date
- Positive assessment of the application by Kommunalkredit Public Consulting GmbH
- The calculated heating demand (HWBRef,RK) must be below the requirements of OIB Guideline 6 for non-residential buildings
- Full recognition and compliance with the 2022 funding guidelines for environmental funding in Upper Austria and the General Funding Guidelines of the State of Upper Austria
- The renovated building must be older than 15 years (date of building permit)
Documents required for application
- Energy performance certificate for non-residential buildings (OIB guideline 2015/2019) with calculation of heating energy demand before and after renovation
- Confirmation from the Federal Monuments Office for listed buildings (form "Monument Protection Renovation Offensive")
- Copy of the federal funding application
- Copy of the technical data sheet from the federal funding office
- Authority confirmation (UWD-US/E-42)
- De-minimis form if required
Description
Thermal building renovation in Upper Austria specifically promotes investments in predominantly commercially used existing buildings that are older than 15 years. The goal is the sustainable increase of energy efficiency and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in accordance with OIB Guideline 6. Applicants such as companies of any size, non-profit organizations, interest groups, or private individuals can apply for grants until December 31, 2026. The funding rate is based on the federal funding and amounts to a maximum of 30% of the calculated federal subsidy, but no more than € 100,000 per project. The measure supports the implementation of the Upper Austrian energy strategy "Energy Future 2030" and contributes to the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection, as well as housing construction and infrastructure modernization.
Eligible measures include the insulation of roof and ceiling floors, exterior walls, ceilings, or cellar floors, as well as the replacement of windows and exterior doors. Additionally, the installation of heat recovery systems in ventilation systems and the installation of external shading systems are possible. A positive decision from Kommunalkredit Public Consulting GmbH as well as proof that the calculated heating energy demand (HWBRef,RK) is below the requirements of OIB Guideline 6 are prerequisites for approval. Applications must be submitted together with an energy certificate for non-residential buildings, technical data sheets from the federal funding agency, the authority confirmation (UWD-US/E-42), and, if applicable, a De-minimis form. Full compliance with the 2022 funding guidelines for environmental funding in Upper Austria is also required.