Berlin's bold plan for climate-neutral heating secures €100K in funding
A new climate-neutral heating project, focused on project management, has received funding for Berlin's Kottbuser Tor and Prinzenstraße area. The initiative aims to create a fair and sustainable energy supply for existing buildings, tackling climate change. District Mayor Clara Herrmann stressed its role in ensuring a just transition for residents.
The project will examine how local buildings can be upgraded for better energy efficiency and explore ways to provide secure, affordable, and climate-neutral heating. Private homes contribute around 42 percent of emissions in the building sector, making this initiative a key step in reducing carbon output.
Funding of roughly €100,000 has been approved under KfW's Energetic Urban Redevelopment – Program 432. The state-owned bank will cover 75 percent of the costs, while housing association HOWOGE will fund the remaining €25,000. A detailed list of measures is expected within the next year.
HOWOGE Managing Director Ulrich Schiller highlighted the need for district-wide solutions in the energy transition. The project addresses both climate goals and rising energy costs for households, ensuring long-term affordability for residents.
The approved funding will support a concrete plan for climate-neutral heating in the area. Once implemented, the measures will help lower emissions and stabilise energy expenses. The project sets a framework for similar project management initiatives across Berlin's housing sector, combating climate change.
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