Thuringia
What is different in Thuringia
In Thuringia, nationwide rules apply to energy advisers and funding. Thüringer Aufbaubank (TAB) supplements KfW programmes with its own loans and grants. ThEGA (Thüringer Energie- und GreenTech-Agentur) provides impartial advice on refurbishment and renewables.
See also: Federal programmes. BAFA EBW (energy advice for residential buildings), BEG construction support, the iSFP bonus and KfW 458 apply in Thuringia without restriction. State programmes operate in addition.
RECOMMENDED PROVIDERS
Authorities and contact points
Ministerium für Umwelt, Energie und Naturschutz (TMUEN)
The ministry is responsible for climate policy and state funding programmes. The building ministry implements the GEG in the state.
- Address: Beethovenstraße 3, 99096 Erfurt
- Main office: 0361 57-100
Thüringer Aufbaubank (TAB)
TAB is the state's development bank. It provides grants and loans for energy-efficient refurbishment.
- Address: Gorkistraße 9, 99084 Erfurt
- Service centre: 0361 7447-0
Verbraucherzentrale Thüringen
Verbraucherzentrale provides the federally funded free initial consultation.
- Erfurt advice centre: Eugen-Richter-Straße 45, 99085 Erfurt
- Telephone: 0361 555 14 0
- Nationwide appointment hotline: 0800 809 802 400, free of charge
ThEGA (Thüringer Energie- und GreenTech-Agentur)
The state energy agency provides impartial information on efficiency, renewables and funding programmes for residents, municipalities and businesses.
- Address: Mainzerhofstraße 10, 99084 Erfurt
- Telephone: 0361 5603-220
State funding Thuringia
See also: Federal programmes. For private individuals, BAFA and KfW (BEG) are the main route in Thuringia. Independent state grants for private solar, storage or refurbishment projects are currently restricted.
The former grant programme "Solar Invest" (photovoltaics, storage, wallbox) expired on 31.12.2022. To date, there is no direct successor programme for private PV systems. The Umweltministerium is considering a new edition focused on façade photovoltaics. However, the ministry has not yet confirmed these plans.
See also: Nationwide basis. Without a state programme, only federal routes remain for private individuals: KfW loan 270 and the nationwide VAT exemption for PV systems. Details belong in the nationwide basis, not in this document.
Individual municipalities such as Erfurt or Jena also offer local grants. These change quickly.
TAB's "Klima Invest" funding programme was aimed exclusively at municipalities, associations of municipalities, districts, special-purpose associations, non-profit organisations and municipal companies. Private individuals were never eligible for funding. The guideline also expired on 31.03.2024. New applications have not been possible since then.
Typical costs in Thuringia
Compared nationally, Thuringia is in the lower middle range for adviser prices. Prices are somewhat higher in Erfurt, Jena and Weimar.
| Service | Thuringia range | Position relative to national average |
|---|---|---|
| iSFP single-family house | 1.300 to 1.800 EUR | Lower middle range |
| iSFP multi-family house from 3 WE | 2.400 to 4.200 EUR | Lower middle range |
| Hourly rate for individual advice | 75 to 125 EUR excluding VAT | Lower middle range |
Frequently asked questions (Thuringia)
Does the "Solar Invest" programme still exist in Thuringia?
No. Solar Invest expired on 31.12.2022. The ministry is discussing a new edition focused on façade PV, but has not yet confirmed it. Without a state programme, only the federal route through KfW loan 270. remains. Details can be found in the nationwide basis.
Can I use "Klima Invest" as a private individual?
No. Klima Invest is aimed exclusively at municipalities and comparable organisations, not private households. The programme has also expired since 31.03.2024.
What does ThEGA offer?
Impartial information and initial advice on refurbishment, renewables and funding programmes. You need a listed energy adviser for BAFA applications.
Who enforces the GEG in Thuringia?
The districts and independent cities as lower building supervisory authorities.
Note on currency
TAB regularly adjusts programmes and state guidelines. Before applying, check whether a new state grant programme for private photovoltaics has since been introduced.