Public Consultation – Guidelines for the Construction and Demolition Waste Framework Regulations
23 July 2024
The Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) is holding a public consultation on the intent and...
Grants– Energy Efficiency for Businesses
11 February 2009
Government has recently announced the launch of a €10 million scheme investment in energy-efficiency measures and renewable energy sources confined by the EU European Regional and Development Fund (ERDF) and the Government.
The funds are available to all enterprises and are meant primarily to improve energy efficiency, an important element in ensuring environmental protection as well as a key component of business stability.
The energy grants will be accessible through a competitive call through a competitive call that will be administered by Malta Enterprise.
Through this scheme 2 types of investments will be supported:
Energy Saving Measures
Installation of intelligent lighting systems
Solar heating
Thermal insulation
Building management systems and energy saving lightings
2. Alternative Energy Sources
Installation of energy generating solutions based on the use of solar power and wind power Projects benefiting from this incentive should be completed within 18 months and have a minimum value of € 25,000.
Also recently launched is the Energy Audits through which enterprises can identify effective ways of reducing costs of energy consumption. Businesses can apply with Malta Enterprise for an Energy Audit and a qualified expert will be sent to the applying company to conduct a walkthrough energy audit and identify opportunities for energy saving.
This incentive is fully funded by Malta Enterprise. The numbers of audit hours are pre-determined by Malta Enterprise depending on the size and complexity of the applying enterprise. The report generated can then assist the enterprises to submit a well balanced application for the ERDF Energy Grants.
