These measures are eligible for funding
Anyone investing in their heating system can save real money thanks to the *“Funding program for heating system optimization through high-efficiency pumps and hydraulic balancing”*, which has been available since 2016. The following measures are supported:
- Replacement of outdated pumps with high-efficiency circulation and hot-water circulation pumps. A list of eligible pump models can be found on the **BAFA website**.
- Hydraulic balancing of existing heating systems, which ensures optimal heat distribution and regulation throughout the entire building, preventing unnecessary energy loss.
In addition, the purchase and professional installation of the following components for existing systems are eligible for funding:
- Pre-adjustable thermostatic valves
- Individual room temperature controllers
- Line valves
- Technology for flow rate control
- Separate measuring, control, and regulation technology as well as user interfaces
- Buffer storage tanks
- Professionally adjusted heating curve settings
Who can apply for funding?
The application must be submitted by the owner of the heating system. Eligible applicants include private individuals, businesses, municipalities, associations, foundations, non-profit organizations, and cooperatives.
Even tenants benefit from hydraulic balancing or a new heating pump, as both energy and transferable electricity costs are reduced in the utility bill.
How much is the funding?
When replacing an inefficient heating pump, the government reimburses up to 30 percent of the net costs for components and installation. The same applies to hydraulic balancing of the heating system, with a subsidy of up to 30 percent of the net costs.
To receive the funding, you must register with BAFA before starting the project and will receive a registration number. This number must then be submitted together with the invoice.
Funding example: BRUNNER Heating Center
For optimizing a heating system – consisting of any heat generator, a solar thermal system for heating support and hot water production, a buffer tank, and a heating circuit with radiators – the BRUNNER Heating Center (BHZ) is an ideal solution.
All BRUNNER pump groups listed by BAFA are eligible for funding, as are the heating control and regulation systems of the BHZ, including the touch display. In this process, the old buffer tank is replaced with a system storage unit.
Conclusion
As the owner of a heating system, you can benefit from generous funding opportunities. Eligible pump models and detailed information can be found on the BAFA website. This way, your heating system will be modernized for the long term, and energy costs will be reduced.
Expert advice
The BRUNNER Heating Center is an excellent solution for optimizing a heating system. Not only are the BRUNNER pump groups eligible for funding, but also the heating control, regulation system, and touch display. Anyone looking to modernize their old heating system should take advantage of the opportunity and make use of the available funding programs.
