Heat pump Oberhausen
Heat pumps in Oberhausen at a glance
The city council adopted the municipal heat plan in May 2026, before the federal deadline of 30 June 2026, following public consultation from 16 February to 17 March 2026. EVO supplies the city with electricity, gas and district heating. In the Schmachtendorf and Tackenberg project areas, there is 2.000 to 4.000 EUR in additional funding.
See also: Nationwide basis. KfW 458, GEG and technical minimum requirements apply without restriction in Oberhausen.
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Funding in Oberhausen
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| KfW 458 (federal funding) | active |
| progres.nrw (geothermal energy) | up to 12.000 EUR |
| City of Oberhausen project areas | 2.000-4.000 EUR additional (Schmachtendorf, Tackenberg) |
Details on KfW 458 are in the nationwide basis. The project areas receive additional funding.
Application process and responsible bodies
Lower water authority of the City of Oberhausen
Based in the environmental office. Approves ground-source probes and groundwater heat pumps.
EVO Energie (Oberhausen Energie- und Wasserversorgung)
Supplier of electricity, gas and district heating. Advises on heat pumps.
Bezirksregierung Arnsberg
Application point for progres.nrw in the Oberhausen area.
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Status of municipal heat planning
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Public consultation on the draft | 16 February to 17 March 2026 |
| Decision by the city council | May 2026 |
| Federal deadline | 30 June 2026 (exceeded) |
Oberhausen has adopted its heat plan with a focus on project areas.
Local particularities
Oberhausen has a district heating network. The heat plan identifies areas for heat pumps. In the Schmachtendorf and Tackenberg project areas, there is additional funding of 2.000 to 4.000 EUR for heat pumps.
Frequently asked questions
What funding applies in Oberhausen for my heat pump?
Above all, federal KfW 458, funding, progres.nrw (up to 12.000 EUR) and possibly project funding (2.000-4.000 EUR in Schmachtendorf/Tackenberg).
Who approves a ground-source probe in Oberhausen?
The lower water authority approves probes.
Is my house in a project area?
Check with the City of Oberhausen or EVO whether your location is in Schmachtendorf or Tackenberg.
Does Oberhausen have a heat plan?
Yes, the city council adopted the heat plan in May 2026, before the federal deadline of 30 June 2026.