Heat pumps in Krefeld
Heat pumps in Krefeld at a glance
Krefeld City Council adopted the municipal heat plan by majority vote on 3 June 2026, before the federal deadline of 30 June 2026. SWK supplies the city with electricity, gas and district heating.
See also: Nationwide guidance. KfW 458, GEG and technical minimum requirements apply in full in Krefeld.
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Funding in Krefeld
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| KfW 458 (federal funding) | active |
| progres.nrw (geothermal energy) | up to 12.000 EUR |
| KfW loan 261/262 | active |
Details of KfW 458 and loan 261/262 are available in the nationwide guidance. progres.nrw runs until 30 June 2027. Minimum distances no longer apply since 2024.
Application process and responsible bodies
Lower water authority of the Stadt Krefeld
Based in the Umweltamt. Approves ground-source probes and groundwater heat pumps.
SWK AG and SWK Energie
Supplier of electricity, gas and district heating. Offers advice on heat pumps.
Bezirksregierung Düsseldorf
Application body for progres.nrw in the Krefeld area.
Status of municipal heat planning
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Prepared by the Klimaschutz staff unit, SWK and NGN | 2024-2026 |
| Council resolution | 3 June 2026 |
| Federal deadline | 30 June 2026 (exceeded) |
Krefeld’s heat plan has been adopted and serves as a strategic roadmap; it creates no direct obligations for residents.
Local features
Krefeld has a district heating network. The heat plan identifies clear areas for heat pumps and district heating. SWK is an important partner in implementation. Heat pumps are specifically recommended in decentralised areas. NGN is involved in implementing the heating transition.
Frequently asked questions
Which funding applies to my heat pump in Krefeld?
Primarily the federal KfW 458 funding and progres.nrw (up to 12.000 EUR).
Who approves a ground-source probe in Krefeld?
The lower water authority approves probes. Minimum distances no longer apply since 2024.
Does Krefeld have a heat plan?
Yes, the council adopted the municipal heat plan on 3 June 2026, before the federal deadline of 30 June 2026.