LED bulbs use 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs — DOE
    Turning off lights when leaving saves $30-50/year per household — ENERGY STAR
    Standby power ('vampire load') can account for 5-10% of home energy use — DOE
    ENERGY STAR certified TVs use 25% less energy than standard models
    Programmable thermostats can save about 10% on heating/cooling — DOE
    Sealing air leaks can save 10-20% on heating and cooling costs — ENERGY STAR
    Heat pumps can reduce heating energy use by 50% vs. electric resistance — DOE
    Ceiling fans allow you to raise AC settings 4°F with no comfort loss — DOE
    Heating water accounts for about 18% of home energy use — DOE
    Low-flow showerheads save 2,700 gallons/year for a family of four — EPA
    Washing clothes in cold water can save $60+/year on water heating — ENERGY STAR
    Fixing a leaky faucet can save 3,000+ gallons/year — EPA
    ENERGY STAR refrigerators use 9% less energy than standard models
    Clean refrigerator coils annually for optimal efficiency — DOE
    Air-drying dishes instead of heat-dry saves 15-50% on dishwasher energy — DOE
    Proper attic insulation can cut heating/cooling costs by 15% — ENERGY STAR
    Windows can account for 25-30% of home heating/cooling energy use — DOE
    Window film can reduce solar heat gain by up to 70% — DOE
    Average US home solar system offsets 3-4 tons of CO₂ annually — EPA
    Solar panel costs have dropped 70%+ over the past decade — SEIA
    EVs cost about 60% less to fuel than gas vehicles — DOE
    Proper tire inflation improves gas mileage by 0.6% on average — DOE
    The average US household spends $2,000+/year on energy — EIA
    ENERGY STAR products have saved Americans $500 billion on energy bills
    LED bulbs use 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs — DOE
    Turning off lights when leaving saves $30-50/year per household — ENERGY STAR
    Standby power ('vampire load') can account for 5-10% of home energy use — DOE
    ENERGY STAR certified TVs use 25% less energy than standard models
    Programmable thermostats can save about 10% on heating/cooling — DOE
    Sealing air leaks can save 10-20% on heating and cooling costs — ENERGY STAR
    Heat pumps can reduce heating energy use by 50% vs. electric resistance — DOE
    Ceiling fans allow you to raise AC settings 4°F with no comfort loss — DOE
    Heating water accounts for about 18% of home energy use — DOE
    Low-flow showerheads save 2,700 gallons/year for a family of four — EPA
    Washing clothes in cold water can save $60+/year on water heating — ENERGY STAR
    Fixing a leaky faucet can save 3,000+ gallons/year — EPA
    ENERGY STAR refrigerators use 9% less energy than standard models
    Clean refrigerator coils annually for optimal efficiency — DOE
    Air-drying dishes instead of heat-dry saves 15-50% on dishwasher energy — DOE
    Proper attic insulation can cut heating/cooling costs by 15% — ENERGY STAR
    Windows can account for 25-30% of home heating/cooling energy use — DOE
    Window film can reduce solar heat gain by up to 70% — DOE
    Average US home solar system offsets 3-4 tons of CO₂ annually — EPA
    Solar panel costs have dropped 70%+ over the past decade — SEIA
    EVs cost about 60% less to fuel than gas vehicles — DOE
    Proper tire inflation improves gas mileage by 0.6% on average — DOE
    The average US household spends $2,000+/year on energy — EIA
    ENERGY STAR products have saved Americans $500 billion on energy bills
    LED bulbs use 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs — DOE
    Turning off lights when leaving saves $30-50/year per household — ENERGY STAR
    Standby power ('vampire load') can account for 5-10% of home energy use — DOE
    ENERGY STAR certified TVs use 25% less energy than standard models
    Programmable thermostats can save about 10% on heating/cooling — DOE
    Sealing air leaks can save 10-20% on heating and cooling costs — ENERGY STAR
    Heat pumps can reduce heating energy use by 50% vs. electric resistance — DOE
    Ceiling fans allow you to raise AC settings 4°F with no comfort loss — DOE
    Heating water accounts for about 18% of home energy use — DOE
    Low-flow showerheads save 2,700 gallons/year for a family of four — EPA
    Washing clothes in cold water can save $60+/year on water heating — ENERGY STAR
    Fixing a leaky faucet can save 3,000+ gallons/year — EPA
    ENERGY STAR refrigerators use 9% less energy than standard models
    Clean refrigerator coils annually for optimal efficiency — DOE
    Air-drying dishes instead of heat-dry saves 15-50% on dishwasher energy — DOE
    Proper attic insulation can cut heating/cooling costs by 15% — ENERGY STAR
    Windows can account for 25-30% of home heating/cooling energy use — DOE
    Window film can reduce solar heat gain by up to 70% — DOE
    Average US home solar system offsets 3-4 tons of CO₂ annually — EPA
    Solar panel costs have dropped 70%+ over the past decade — SEIA
    EVs cost about 60% less to fuel than gas vehicles — DOE
    Proper tire inflation improves gas mileage by 0.6% on average — DOE
    The average US household spends $2,000+/year on energy — EIA
    ENERGY STAR products have saved Americans $500 billion on energy bills
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    Heat Pump

    Raus aus Öl und Gas (Austria)

    Austrian federal grant program supporting the replacement of fossil fuel heating with climate-friendly heating.

    Available Amount

    Up to €16,000 federal grant

    Start Date

    Ongoing

    End Date

    December 31, 2026

    Eligibility

    Private individuals in Austria replacing oil, coal, gas, or electric heating in residential buildings.

    Eligible Upgrades & Scope

    Air-water and geothermal heat pumpsBiomass heating systemsDistrict heating

    Policy Context & Overview

    Short Answer: The "Out of Oil and Gas" program offers high-value Austria federal capital grants to encourage homeowners to transition to clean, modern heating.

    The Austrian Federal Ministry for Climate Action (BMK) runs the "Raus aus Öl und Gas" (Out of Oil and Gas) program as part of its strategy to make Austria carbon neutral by 2040. Residential heating accounts for a significant portion of the country's carbon footprint, with many older homes relying on heating oil or natural gas. The program provides substantial capital grants to encourage homeowners to transition to clean heat pumps, biomass heating, or district heating connections.

    Grant Values & Regional Top-ups

    The federal grant covers a significant portion of project costs, and individual federal states (Bundesländer) provide additional top-up grants:

    • Air-to-Water Heat Pump: Federal grant of up to €16,000 (capped at 75% of total eligible investment costs).
    • Geothermal Heat Pump: Federal grant of up to €16,000 (increases to cover vertical drilling costs).
    • Biomass Heating (Pellet Boiler): Up to €18,000.
    • District Heating Connection: Up to €15,000.
    • State Top-ups: Regional governments (e.g., Vienna, Upper Austria) offer top-up grants, often covering over 90% of total installation costs for lower-income households.

    Eligibility Criteria

    • Property Type: Residential properties (single-family or multi-family houses) located in Austria.
    • Existing Heating: The replaced heating system must be operational and powered by oil, gas, coal, or legacy wood/biomass.
    • Installation Standards: The new heat pump must be certified and installed by a licensed Austrian contractor.

    Step-by-Step Application Guide

    1. Register Online: Visit the official "Umweltförderung" website and register your project online before purchasing any equipment.
    2. Obtain Energy Certificate: Get a local energy advisor to complete a home assessment and draft an energy certificate (Energieausweis).
    3. Get Installer Quote: Choose a licensed Austrian contractor to supply and install the new heating system.
    4. Submit Grant Application: Complete the application on the portal, uploading the energy certificate and quotes.
    5. Execute Swap & Claim: Complete the installation, submit the installer's completion declaration and receipts, and receive the grant transfer.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Q: Can I apply for the grant after the installation is complete?
      • A: No. You must register your project on the Umweltförderung portal before the contractor begins installing the new heating system.
    • Q: What is a district heating connection?
      • A: District heating (Fernwärme) utilizes insulated pipes to distribute heat from a central source (such as waste heat or biomass plants) to multiple buildings in an area, eliminating the need for individual boilers.

    Ready to Apply?

    Visit the official program website to check your eligibility, find application forms, and get the most up-to-date information.

    Visit Official Program Site

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