In times of rising energy prices, more and more people are considering ways to achieve independence in their energy supply. One of the most efficient ways to do this is solar thermal energy. It allows the conversion of solar power into heat for heating support or hot water preparation, all completely CO₂-free.
Especially productive are so-called vacuum tube collectors, such as those from AKOTEC. The company produces high-quality and powerful tube collectors that are unique on the market due to their integrated 100°C overheat protection.
The acquisition of such a solar thermal system is initially associated with investment costs. However, so that homeowners do not have to bear the entire cost of their green future alone, the market offers attractive subsidies for future solar system users.
Through the Federal Funding for Efficient Buildings (BEG), the government offers substantial subsidies for solar thermal systems. If a homeowner chooses a system for hot water preparation, such as the overheat-safe Weiser Protect collector from AKOTEC, up to 30 percent of the eligible costs are subsidized. This amount remains the same if the solar thermal system is also used for heating support.
AKOTEC solar systems are characterized by simple one-person installation. However, if the installation is carried out by a specialist company, the homeowner can also benefit from a subsidy for the installation costs. In addition, there is a ten percent exchange bonus for old oil heating systems. This also applies if the solar thermal system is combined with another renewable energy-based heat generator.
Applying for the subsidy for solar thermal systems is easy and done through an online form on the BAFA website. However, it is important to note that the application must be submitted before commissioning a craftsman or installer. Once BAFA has sent the approval notice, installation work can begin. After the system is installed, the builders only need to submit the proof of use and the invoice. The documents will be reviewed, and the subsidy payment will be processed. If homeowners opt for a solar system from AKOTEC, the company offers a detailed consultation on subsidies and savings potential before the purchase.
To benefit from the subsidy, solar thermal systems must meet certain requirements. The system must serve for hot water preparation and/or room heating. Additionally, applicants for a solar system must pay attention to the European certification mark “Solar Keymark.” This certificate must be available for eligibility for subsidies. With a solar system from the manufacturer AKOTEC, homeowners are on the safe side regarding subsidies. The innovative vacuum tube collectors are Solar Keymark certified and thus eligible for subsidies.
Solar collector systems in new buildings are eligible for subsidies if they meet the basic requirements. The systems must have a gross collector area of at least 20 square meters and a corresponding buffer storage volume. There is also a distinction between residential and non-residential buildings. Residential buildings must have at least three residential units. For non-residential buildings, the subsidy requirement is a minimum of 500 square meters of heated usable space.
In already existing buildings, heating systems that have been in operation for more than two years can be replaced or supported with additional components through the BAFA subsidy. The following conditions apply:
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