As of 1 October, new subsidy regulations will come into effect, reducing overall financial aid for housing and mobility. Here's an overview of the changes:
Electric bikes
Until 30 September, a maximum subsidy of €600 is available for standard electric bikes. After this date, the general subsidy will be discontinued, unless you qualify for the cost-of-living benefit or the energy premium.
However, more support will be offered for cargo bikes – bicycles designed to transport larger loads, potentially replacing cars. The subsidy for cargo bikes will increase from €600 to €1,000, though the premium cannot exceed 50% of the purchase price.
Electric cars
Subsidies for electric cars will also be reduced. Currently, buyers can receive between €3,000 and €8,000, but from 1 October, the maximum will be €6,000 for cars consuming up to 160 Wh/km.
For cars consuming between 161 and 200 Wh/km, the subsidy will drop to €3,000. Vehicles consuming more than 200 Wh/km will no longer qualify for any aid.
Additionally, starting in October, buyers must keep their electric car for at least three years instead of one.
A new subsidy of up to €1,500 will also be introduced for second-hand electric cars, subject to conditions.
Photovoltaic systems
Subsidies for photovoltaic systems will also be scaled back on 1 October. Currently, up to 62.5% of costs are covered, but this will decrease to 50%.
For example, a 10 KWc system costing €18,000, the current subsidy is €11,250, but after 1 October, this will drop to €9,000.
Earlier this summer, it was announced that applicants would no longer need to front the full cost, only paying the non-subsidised portion. However, this change has not yet been implemented.
If you plan to install solar panels, you must submit your application by 30 September to benefit from the current conditions.
