Residential building heating and heat protection financial assistance from the state will no longer be available after the end of August.
In a recent decision, the Senate of Bremen has set budget guidelines for the next two years, which include structural relief measures aimed at energy-efficient renovations. This announcement comes with significant changes for the "Heating Replacement" and "Thermal Protection in Existing Residential Buildings" funding programs.
Starting July 1, 2025, applications for the "Heating Replacement" state funding program will be processed by BAB - The Funding Bank for Bremen and Bremerhaven. Meanwhile, applications for the "Thermal Protection in Existing Residential Buildings" program should still be directed to Bremer Modernisieren (BreMo) as usual.
One of the key changes is the phase-out of state funding programs that are supplementary to federal funding. This phase-out affects both the "Heating Replacement" and "Thermal Protection in Existing Residential Buildings" programs, meaning that from now on, documents for the "Heating Replacement" program can only be submitted to BAB. Previously, funding applications for the "Heating Replacement" program were handled through the project carrier swb Vertrieb Bremen GmbH.
The Senator for Environment, Climate, and Science has stated that these state funding programs are now time-limited. The deadline for submitting applications for both funding programs remains August 31, 2025. All documents submitted to swb by the deadline of June 30 will be transferred to BAB for further processing.
The Senator for Environment, Climate, and Science regrets the time-limitation of the state funding programs and has expressed concerns about the impact this may have on residents seeking to improve the energy efficiency of their homes.
For those seeking to apply for these programs, it is recommended to consult Bremen’s official government or environmental agency websites for the most accurate and up-to-date application steps and deadlines. The Federal Funding Portal (Bundesförderportal) and local energy advisory services in Bremen can also provide valuable information.
As always, it is essential to stay informed about the latest developments in state funding programs for energy-efficient renovations. For assistance in finding these official sources or any other related support, feel free to ask.
Starting from July 1, 2025, applications for the 'Heating Replacement' state funding program will be handled by BAB, focusing on science-based therapies and treatments for energy-efficient renovations. Concurrently, the 'Thermal Protection in Existing Residential Buildings' program will continue to accept applications at BreMo, aligning with health-and-wellness initiatives aimed at energy conservation.
