Training and Further Education as well as Innovative Measures in the Wastewater Sector (AbwInnovRL)

This funding program targeted various public and private legal entities in Thuringia committed to the protection and improvement of water quality. It particularly supported innovative projects in the wastewater sector and the qualification of specialist personnel for wastewater treatment facilities.

The program specifically funded measures to improve water quality in Thuringia, including innovative pilot plants and projects in the wastewater sector, as well as comprehensive training and further education for personnel responsible for wastewater facilities.

Funding was provided as a non-repayable grant, primarily as co-financing for projects and fixed-amount financing for training. Funding rates varied depending on the type of measure from 50% up to 100%, supplemented by specific flat rates for training years.

Applicants had to ensure that the measure had not yet commenced. For pilot plants, water law permits and preliminary planning documents were required; for pilot projects and further education measures, corresponding concepts were necessary. Additionally, the De minimis rule and regulations regarding double funding applied.

The application process required prior expert approval from the responsible ministry for pilot projects and plants, followed by submission to the Thuringian Reconstruction Bank at least eight weeks before the start of the measure. Approval was granted by written notice.

The funding guideline "AbwInnovRL" regulated the allocation of grants for water management measures in Thuringia for the preservation and improvement of water quality. It was based on the State Budget Law, the Thuringian State Budget Ordinance, and the Wastewater Charge Act, and took into account the EU De minimis Regulation.