GEAK Plus
CHF 1'000 – 1'500
Check that the GEAK Plus is requested before it is issued. · Mandate a recognised expert and produce an overall variant. · Confirm the building category before applying the flat amount.
Building built before 2012
Subsidies by canton
Energy renovation subsidies — Canton of Bern
8 cantonal energy subsidy programmes in the canton of Bern — with eligibility and official sources. Amounts are indicative; the cantonal decision is authoritative.
Free · Based on official cantonal rates
- Programmes
- 8
- Data
- Indicative CHF amounts
- Official source
- Förderprogramm Energie Kanton Bern
Cantonal subsidy programmes
Building support category
Identify whether the project falls under the Gebäude category. · Check the guide and conditions before announcing a subsidy. · Prepare the file and submit it before work begins.
Building built before 2000
Installations support category
Identify the targeted installation and the official Bern category. · Check the CO2 exclusions and the guide conditions. · Submit the request before works; late requests are not processed.
Energy advice and analysis
Check whether an energy analysis or advice is needed. · Gather the documents required in the Bern guide. · Use the BE-Login portal for the request.
Building built before 2012
Air/water heat pump <= 70 kW
from CHF 6'000
Confirm the air/water heat pump as the target solution. · Confirm the power of the new installation. · Check the WPSM, label or guarantee requirements depending on power.
Ground/water or water/water heat pump <= 500 kW
from CHF 10'000
Confirm the ground/water or water/water HP as the target solution. · Confirm the power of the new installation. · Check the applicable quality and drilling requirements.
Wood heating <= 70 kW
from CHF 6'000
Confirm the wood solution. · Confirm the power of the new installation. · Check the quality, declaration of conformity and performance guarantee requirements.
Heat network connection <= 70 kW
from CHF 4'500
Confirm the network connection as the target solution. · Confirm the power of the new installation. · Check that the heat comes mainly from renewable energy or waste heat.
Official sources
Förderprogramm Energie Kanton Bern
View all 4 official sources
Official data availability
Official OEREB cadastre available
Heritage authorityService cantonal des monuments et sites
Frequently asked questions
Which renovation subsidies exist in Bern?
The canton of Bern runs around 8 energy subsidy programmes (building envelope, heating replacement, heat pumps, solar and more). Source: Förderprogramm Energie Kanton Bern.
How do I know if my property in Bern is eligible?
Eligibility depends on construction year, the existing heating system and the measure. Enter your address to get a first reading for your parcel.
Are the subsidy amounts in Bern guaranteed?
No. The amounts shown are indicative estimates; the final amount is set by the cantonal subsidy authority.
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