The funding program in Baden-Württemberg, which was launched in March 2023, is now entering its second round and is providing a further 2.3 million euros for companies that want to equip their existing company parking spaces of 35 spaces or more with Roof over solar modules As the Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy Economy announced, it already approved funding for 18 projects in the first round. The 2.5 million euros allocated in the spring have thus been almost exhausted. According to the ministry’s own estimates, it expects to approve further projects this year.
The funding program as part of the Climate Act BW
According to the Baden-Württemberg Climate Protection and Climate Adaptation Act (KlimaG BW), the state aims to achieve climate neutrality by 2040. To realize this goal, a significant expansion of renewable energy sources, especially in the field of photovoltaics, is essential, it is stated. In particular, the installation of solar carports on already sealed parking areas causes hardly any conflicts. Therefore, the state should tap into these potentialities and specifically promote them.
Up to 200,000 euros in subsidies per system
The "Parking lot roofing with photovoltaics" program is divided into two components that cannot be combined. Companies that wish to install new solar carports on existing parking lots with 35 parking spaces or more in conjunction with a connection to the public grid receive up to 200,000 euros. The amount of funding depends on the installed capacity. Module B serves to support the development of regional and networking concepts and can be funded with up to 100,000 euros per project. The funded projects must be completed by the end of November 2024 at the latest.
Funding program deadlines still open
A precise schedule for the expansion of the Support program has not yet been determined. However, the funded PV projects should be completed by 30.11.2024. The deadline for submitting applications for the first round ended in spring on 31.05.2023. The time frame for the second round could be similar. Companies should hurry up now with the project preparation and funding applications if they want to benefit from the funding.