Heat pumps in Aachen
Heat pumps in Aachen at a glance
The city council unanimously adopted the municipal heat plan as early as 9 July 2025, almost a year ahead of the statutory deadline. STAWAG supplies the city with electricity, gas and district heating. STAWAG also offers a 200 EUR grant for heat pumps with an electricity tariff.
See also: Nationwide basis. KfW 458, GEG and the technical minimum requirements apply in Aachen without restriction.
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Funding in Aachen
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| KfW 458 (federal funding) | active |
| progres.nrw (geothermal energy) | up to 12.000 EUR |
| STAWAG grant | 200 EUR for heat pumps with an electricity tariff |
| KfW loan 261/262 | active |
Details on KfW 458 and loan 261/262 can be found in the Nationwide basis. progres.nrw runs until 30 June 2027. STAWAG additionally funds hydraulic balancing.
Application process and responsible bodies
Untere Wasserbehörde der Stadt Aachen
Based in the Umweltamt. Approves geothermal probes and groundwater heat pumps.
STAWAG (Stadt- und Städteregionswerke Aachen AG)
Supplier of electricity, gas and district heating. Offers funding programmes and heat pump tariffs.
Bezirksregierung Köln
Application body for progres.nrw in the Aachen area.
Status of municipal heat planning
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Public consultation | 5 March to 4 April 2025 |
| Resolution by the city council | 9 July 2025 |
| Federal deadline | 30 June 2026 (exceeded by almost a year in advance) |
Aachen adopted its heat plan as early as 2025, with the city's target of climate neutrality by 2030.
Local particularities
Aachen has a district heating network. Many parts of the city require decentralised solutions such as heat pumps. STAWAG additionally funds hydraulic balancing. Its location near the borders with Belgium and the Netherlands requires attention to water protection areas.
Frequently asked questions
Which funding applies to my heat pump in Aachen?
Primarily the federal KfW 458, funding, progres.nrw (until 12.000 EUR) and the 200 EUR STAWAG grant.
Who approves a geothermal probe in Aachen?
The lower water authority approves probes. Minimum distances have not applied since 2024.
Does Aachen have a heat plan?
Yes, the city council adopted the heat plan as early as 9 July 2025, almost a year ahead of the statutory deadline.