GEAK Plus
CHF 1'000 – 1'500
Mandate a certified GEAK expert and produce a GEAK Plus with advisory report. · Submit the request before producing the report and complete the measure within 3 months of approval.
Building built before 2000
Subsidies by canton
Energy renovation subsidies — Canton of Schwyz
8 cantonal energy subsidy programmes in the canton of Schwyz — 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 2026 des Kantons Schwyz (Amt für Umwelt und Energie)
Cantonal subsidy programmes
Thermal insulation
CHF 60 /m²
Calculate the insulated area per element from plans or measurements. · Submit the request before work begins; a GEAK Plus is required from CHF 10,000 of contribution.
Building built before 2000
Air/water heat pump <= 70 kW
from CHF 3'200
Confirm the air/water HP and the determining thermal power. · Provide the HP system module (up to 15 kW) or a valid quality label and the SwissEnergy performance guarantee; submit the request before installation.
Ground/water or water/water heat pump <= 70 kW
from CHF 4'800
Confirm the ground/water or water/water HP source and the determining thermal power. · Obtain the drilling company's FWS label and check the drilling and water-protection permits; submit the request before installation.
Heat network connection <= 70 kW
from CHF 4'000
Confirm the network availability and the determining thermal power. · Obtain the heat supplier's offer and submit the request before connection.
Automatic wood heating <= 70 kW
CHF 360 /kW
Confirm the automatic wood heating and its firing heat output. · Provide the conformity declaration and the SwissEnergy performance guarantee; submit the request before installation.
Solar thermal collectors <= 70 kW
from CHF 2'400
Confirm the collectors' thermal power (at least 2 kWth) and the heating/hot-water use. · Provide the validated performance guarantee (VLG) from Swissolar/SwissEnergy; submit the request before installation.
Comprehensive Minergie refurbishment
CHF 60 – 100 /m²
Confirm the target standard (Minergie, Minergie-A or Minergie-P) and the ERA. · Obtain the Minergie certificate and submit the request before work begins.
Building built before 2000
Official sources
Förderprogramm Energie 2026 des Kantons Schwyz (Amt für Umwelt und Energie)
Official data availability
Official OEREB cadastre available
Heritage authorityService cantonal des monuments et sites
Frequently asked questions
Which renovation subsidies exist in Schwyz?
The canton of Schwyz runs around 8 energy subsidy programmes (building envelope, heating replacement, heat pumps, solar and more). Source: Förderprogramm Energie 2026 des Kantons Schwyz (Amt für Umwelt und Energie).
How do I know if my property in Schwyz 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 Schwyz guaranteed?
No. The amounts shown are indicative estimates; the final amount is set by the cantonal subsidy authority.
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