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Apply for a grant for an energy audit

A grant to cover the costs of an energy audit or energy consultation for businesses or residential buildings to identify potential savings.

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Damit wir Apply for a grant for an energy audit mit dem zuständigen BAFA in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.

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Processing: approx. 2 monthsSuccess rate: 75.0 %
Last reviewed: August 03, 2026

Quick answer

  1. 1

    Documents you need

    Personalausweis oder Reisepass · Formular / Antrag

  2. 2

    Responsible authority

    The authority of your main residence

  3. 3

    How to do it

    Apply directly online

  4. 4

    Costs

    Kostenlos (Förderantrag)

Find the responsible authority

How to proceed

  1. 1

    Select a Certified Energy Consultant

    From the list of energy efficiency experts.

  2. 2

    Submit the request before placing the order

    At the BAFA, with the consultant's proposal.

  3. 3

    Conducting the consultation and providing proof of use

    The result is an energy performance certificate or a renovation roadmap.

Responsible authority

The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Businesses (especially small and medium-sized enterprises) and owners of residential buildings.

Income limit

Processing time

Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 months

Success rate

approx. 75.0 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

  • Consultant not listed on the Energy Efficiency Experts List was hired
  • The grant application was submitted only after the consultation had begun

Common reasons for rejection

  • Consultant not listed on the list of energy efficiency experts
  • The application was submitted only after the consultant had been hired

Alternatives

  • Check related services in the application assistant
  • Use social counselling before applying

If rejected

File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.

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Questions & Answers

Wie lange dauert Förderung für ein Energieaudit beantragen?

In der Regel ca. 45 Werktage – je nach Behörde und Auslastung.

Freshness & source

Maintenance
Continuously reviewed & updated
Source
Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz
Data quality
100 %

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