Are you considering a heat pump for your home? Then it is important to know that there are changes coming to the subsidy policy, which may affect your sustainability plans.
New climate plans influence heat pump subsidy
Minister Sophie Hermans of Climate and Green Growth recently presented new climate plans stating that homeowners in neighborhoods where a heating network is planned will no longer be eligible for subsidies for a heat pump in the coming years. This measure is intended to get the stalled construction of heating networks going again.
The minister must still investigate whether this exclusion is legally feasible and enforceable. This means that it is important to inquire well about the status of your district before making investment decisions.
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The Dutch Homeowners' Association has already criticised these plans. They believe that consumers should retain the freedom to choose an alternative to gas. Furthermore, the association points out that the construction of a heating network can often take years. In the interim period, it can still be useful to install a heat pump.
Which measures will continue to be supported?
Even though the policy surrounding heat pumps is changing, there are still opportunities for sustainability with subsidies:
– Homeowners will continue to receive subsidies for insulation measures in the coming years
– In the future, new heat pumps must be able to be controlled intelligently
A special action plan will be introduced to promote bidirectional charging, whereby electric cars can also serve as a home battery for homes
What does this mean for you?
If you have sustainability plans for your home, it is now more important than ever to get good advice. At M&D Real Estate, we are happy to help you understand the subsidy and sustainability options that best suit your situation.
Do you live in a neighbourhood where a heating network may be installed? Then we can work with our partner Labelbewust to see which options are most beneficial for you, both in the short and long term.
Alternative sustainability options
Even if a heat pump is no longer eligible for subsidy in your neighbourhood, there are still several ways to make your home more sustainable:
Insulation measures (roof, floor, cavity wall and glass)
Solar panels (despite the lack of additional incentives in the new plans)
Hybrid heating systems
Smart energy management systems
Personal advice
Do you want to know what the changing regulations mean for your specific situation? Our experts from M&D Real Estate and Labelbewust are ready to draw up a suitable sustainability plan with you. This way you are well prepared for future developments and you make optimal use of the available subsidies.
Contact us for a no-obligation discussion about the possibilities for your home.
For more information about sustainable solutions, you can also take a look at http://www.labelbewust.nl.*