Those who want to do the climate a favor can even receive a grant for it. Now is the right time to act.
Invest, Become More Efficient, Secure Funding
Companies investing in energy-efficient technologies, process optimization, or decarbonization face a crucial opportunity. With the Federal Funding for Energy and Resource Efficiency in Industry (EEW), the government supports businesses in becoming more sustainable while receiving substantial grants.
The EEW Funding – What’s Behind It?
The Federal Funding for Energy and Resource Efficiency in Industry is the central program of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), which supports companies with grants, loans, and targeted assistance in transitioning to sustainable technologies. It is aimed at companies of all industries and sizes that wish to reduce their energy and resource consumption, thus becoming more competitive in the long term. Between 2019 and 2023, over 55,000 projects were funded, with a total of €2.9 billion in grants, triggering investments amounting to €9.7 billion.
“Those who want to do the climate a favor can even receive a grant for it”
Dr. Thomas Kerkhoff, Senior Consultant at EPSA Deutschland GmbH, sums up the essence of the funding:
“Those who want to do the climate a favor can even receive a grant for it. The government has recognized that ambitious climate goals are hard to achieve without targeted incentives – that’s why investments in energy efficiency and decarbonization are generously supported. It’s worth actively seizing this opportunity.”
The logic of the funding is simple yet effective: companies that reduce CO₂ emissions and invest in future-proof technologies benefit not only ecologically but also financially. Funding rates of up to 60% of investment costs make these measures affordable and significantly reduce payback periods. For many companies, this creates an entirely new investment window.
How Companies Can Benefit
The EEW funding is implemented by various institutions. BAFA is responsible for grant funding, while KfW provides loan funding. Additionally, VDI/VDE Innovation + Technik GmbH coordinates the funding competition and Module 5. Companies can choose from different modules, depending on their needs, covering various areas of energy efficiency improvement and decarbonization.
Whether it’s about modernizing motors, pumps, or ventilation systems, switching to renewable process heat, or using smart control technology – there’s a suitable funding opportunity for almost every company. Particularly attractive conditions apply to transformation plans and decarbonization strategies that enable the transition to climate-neutral production methods. Companies can receive funding rates of up to 60% of investment costs, depending on the selected module.
Time to Act – Keep Deadlines in Mind
The current funding round for the EEW runs until April 30, 2025. Those who want to invest in the short term should familiarize themselves with the requirements early. A funding application requires detailed planning and a compelling justification of how the investment contributes to CO₂ reduction. Additionally, applications must be submitted before the project begins, making proactive strategy essential.
Many companies underestimate the time required to prepare the necessary documents and submit the application. Without early preparation, there’s a risk that valuable funding will go unused. The results of the EEW program speak for themselves: annually, 7 million tons of CO₂ equivalents were saved. The investment costs per ton of CO₂ saved amount to just €52 over the entire lifetime of the funded measures.
The Right Partner for Successful Funding
To fully leverage the potential of the EEW funding, a strategic approach is crucial. EPSA supports companies with comprehensive funding consulting – from identifying the right modules to the application process and the successful disbursement of funds. Our team of certified energy auditors accompanies the entire process, ensuring companies can efficiently plan and maximize their investments.
Whether it’s about the funding competition, combining it with other programs, or ensuring compliance with energy savings requirements – we help make the right decisions. The goal is clear: No company should forgo available funding or waste valuable time due to complex processes.
Act Now
Time is running out. Companies that want to increase their energy efficiency and benefit from state funding should act now. The current EEW funding period offers a unique opportunity to combine investments in sustainability, digitalization, and efficiency with attractive grants. Those who set the course in time can secure long-term competitive advantages.
Let us advise you and find out which funding opportunities are available for your company. Contact us for an individual assessment and start with your funding strategy today.
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Source: www.epsa-deutschland.de