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Free help in Germany
Free CO2 tools, public emission data, subsidised energy audits and federal grants and loans for small and mid-sized suppliers in Germany. Most resources are in German.
Resources on this page are in German and English.
Every link is public and listed on the same terms. Schemes open and close; a “Closed for now” tag means we have checked and it is not taking applications. Know a resource we should add? Email suppliersupport@ditchcarbon.com.
Common questions
Is there a free CO2 calculator for small businesses in Germany?
Yes. ecocockpit, from Effizienz-Agentur NRW, is a free web tool for company and product greenhouse gas emissions. It is in German.
Are there grants to cut energy use for SMEs in Germany?
Yes. BAFA's EEW programme gives grants for efficient equipment, renewable process heat and energy management. KfW's Klimaschutzoffensive für den Mittelstand combines a loan with a climate grant.
Can I get a subsidised energy audit for my business in Germany?
Yes. The Bundesförderung für Energieberatung im Mittelstand pays part of an SME energy audit and savings plan. IHK Lüneburg-Wolfsburg's page explains how the BAFA programme works.
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