In a nutshell: Starting June 18, 2026, KfW will launch the new promotional loan „Renewable Energies Plus” (program number 570). The program is aimed at companies of all sizes that are investing in Photovoltaics, Battery storage, heat generation, or combined heat and power—on a market-based basis, i.e., without EEG feed-in tariffs. Of particular interest: up to 100% financing of eligible costs with a credit line of up to 150 million euros per project.
What's behind the new KfW program 570?
The Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW) is expanding its range of promotional products in the renewable energies sector. The new program „Renewable Energies Plus supplements the existing standard program 270 with a Aid variant – and is specifically aimed at investors who wish to market their generated electricity independently or consume it themselves, instead of receiving a state-subsidized feed-in tariff according to the EEG.
The funding objective is clearly formulated: The market-based expansion of renewable energies should be strengthened, particularly through so-called Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) – also direct supply contracts between electricity producers and consumers that ensure predictable remuneration independent of subsidies and stock market electricity prices.
Why is the program particularly relevant for PV and storage projects?
Anyone who invests in a photovoltaic system or a battery storage system today and the electricity do not market over the EEG has had fewer suitable KfW options until now. Program 570 closes exactly this gap.
The explicitly promoted facilities and investments include:
- Photovoltaic systems (Rooftop, open space, facade)
- Battery storage – also retrofitting
- Electricity storage including pumped storage power plants
- Heat storage and hydrogen storage
- Onshore and offshore wind turbines
- Electric heat pumps and solar thermal
- Geothermal plants
- Combined heat and power plants (CHP)
For companies with a focus on Photovoltaics and electricity storage results in an attractive all-in-one financing solution: from power generation to storage – and with up to 100 % financing of the eligible investment costs.
Also suitable for Contracting models
Also PV contracting and Battery Storage - Contracting are eligible. The CUBE Contracting meets the basic requirement: The Contracting sponsor is eligible to apply, bears the financial risk, and serves as both the investor and the operator of the facility. This makes the program attractive to companies that develop and operate energy projects for third parties—a business model that is gaining increasing importance in the commercial PV and industrial energy supply sectors.
Key terms at a glance
| Feature | Details |
| Program start | June 18, 2026 |
| Program number | 570 |
| Eligible for application | Businesses of all sizes (commercial/freelance) |
| Investment location | Germany, EU, Great Britain, Norway |
| Credit limit | up to 150 million euros per project (exceedable in justified cases) |
| Financing Ratio | up to 100% of eligible costs |
| Runtime | 2 to 20 years |
| Grace period | up to 3 years |
| Loan term | total runtime or at least 10 years |
| Assistance frame | De Minimis Regulation (EU) No 2023/2831 and the General Block Exemption Regulation (EU) No 651/2014 |
Program 570 or Program 270 – which is a better fit?
The new 570 program and the established 270 program are closely related, but designed differently:
Program 270 – Renewable Energy Standard
- Subsidy-free
- Combinable with many other public funding programs (e.g., state programs)
- Also suitable for systems with EEG remuneration
Program 570 – Renewable Energies Plus (NEW)
- With aid (AGVO / De-minimis)
- Specifically for market-based projects without feed-in tariffs or comparable remuneration
- Cumulation with other funding within the scope of aid ceilings possible
- Suitable for PPA models, self-consumption, Contracting
Important: Anyone already receiving EEG remuneration, funding under the KWKG, or comparable state feed-in tariffs can use Program 570 for these systems. not utility – here, program 270 remains the right choice.
Application Process: How the House Bank Principle Works
The KfW does not grant loans from program 570 directly, but exclusively through Financing partner – also banks and savings banks. The principle:
- Select financing partners (House bank, Savings bank, Cooperative bank)
- Apply before starting the project (Purchase agreements or commencement of construction must not yet exist)
- Financing partner forwards application to KfW
- Upon credit approval: Funds may be drawn within 12 months (extendable)
The interest rate will be set at market rates on the day of commitment and will depend on creditworthiness and collateral. A commitment fee will be charged on amounts not yet drawn, six months after commitment.
Outlook: Further funding programs within the scope of the Germany Fund
Parallel to the launch of Program 570, KfW, on behalf of the German federal government, is working on further financing instruments for energy infrastructure – the so-called Germany Fund:
- „Investment loan for energy supply” with release of liability – for regional energy suppliers, focus on electricity distribution and heat supply (planned start: July 1, 2026)
- „KfW Syndicated Loan Energy Supply” – for larger infrastructure projects (planned start: July 1, 2026)
- „Renewable Energies Plus with Release from Liability” – Market-based expansion of renewable energy with extended risk protection (planned launch: Q3 2026)
All mentioned German fund programs are still subject to federal approval.
Conclusion: Now review plans and plan early
The new KfW program „Renewable Energies Plus” (570) is an important addition to the funding options – especially for companies that are investing in Solar power systems, battery storage, or Contracting models invest while relying on market-based sales channels (direct sales, PPAs, self-consumption). The combination of up to 100% financing, long-term fixed interest rates, and a high credit line makes the program an attractive financing option for commercial energy projects.
Since the application before project start Early coordination with the financing partner is recommended.