Federal Funding for Energy and Resource Efficiency in Business (Loan) – Support for Electrification of Small Businesses (Module 6) Open
The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) supports businesses in Germany with interest-subsidized loans and repayment grants. The aim is to increase energy and resource efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, particularly through investments in cross-sectional technologies, process heat generation from renewable energies, and the electrification of small businesses. The program significantly contributes to climate protection and sustainability in the economy.
Who is funded?
The funding program aims to support German companies – including private, municipal, state-owned enterprises, freelancers, and contractors – in investments for energy and resource efficiency. It focuses on measures within Germany and pursues the overarching goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and optimizing energy consumption.
What is funded?
This funding program supports a wide range of measures to improve energy and resource efficiency and reduce greenhouse gases in companies. This includes investments in various technologies and processes, as well as the electrification of facilities. Measures with a minimum net expenditure of €2,000 are funded, provided they meet the technical minimum requirements and are compatible with the KfW exclusion list.
Type and Scope of Funding
The program offers a flexible financing structure that combines interest-subsidized loans with repayment grants. This hybrid funding model enables companies to reduce their investment costs while maintaining long-term financial security. The funded measures must be operated for at least three years after the investment is completed.
Conditions and Requirements
Specific requirements apply for participation in the program regarding application, company structure, and technical implementation of measures. Applicants must have their registered office in Germany, be creditworthy, and the funded projects must meet minimum requirements and be compatible with applicable environmental and social standards. It should also be noted that contractors must meet additional prerequisites.
Application Procedure
The application procedure requires early submission before the start of the measure. Processing is carried out through the KfW Banking Group, which is responsible for providing the interest-subsidized loan and processing the repayment grants.
Legal Basis
The "Federal Funding for Energy and Resource Efficiency in Business" is based on a specific funding guideline from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action. In addition, a KfW information sheet serves as essential guidance for applicants. Both documents are publicly accessible via the Federal Gazette and the KfW website.
Funding Overview
Open Until:
31.12.2028
Award Channel:
Financial Instruments
Region:
Germany
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Renewable Energy, Energy Production and Supply, Information and Communication Technology
Funding Stages:
Implementation, Process Optimization, Planning
Funding Provider
Program Level: National
Funding Body: Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK)
Managed By: KfW Banking Group
Website: KfW Bankengruppe