Funding for green façades — what is possible.
Green facades are regarded as a form of climate adaptation — and are subsidised in many places. Which schemes are suitable for your project depends on the location, the building and the system. Here is an overview to help you before you start planning.
Yes, green facades are subsidised in Germany — primarily through local greening and climate adaptation programmes, partly through regional programmes and as part of larger refurbishment projects. The conditions vary depending on the location and the programme; the key thing is to submit the application before the project begins We will look into the options for your location if required.
Four ways, a goal
Local greening schemes
Many towns and local authorities provide funding for greening building façades and roofs through their own climate adaptation and greening programmes — partly as a grant per square metre, and partly as a contribution towards the project costs. The department responsible is usually your local authority’s environment or town planning department.
Regional and national programmes
Depending on the federal state, there are programmes for climate-adapted construction and renovation, which may incorporate green façades. Green façades can also be included as part of the overall project within the context of larger renovation schemes.
Commercial routes
For businesses, green facades can be treated as an operating expense, via leasing, or as part of ESG and sustainability strategies.
Funding schemes, quotas and conditions are subject to constant change and vary depending on the local authority and federal state. This page is intended as a guide — definitive information can be obtained from the relevant scheme or your local authority.
Frequently asked questions to promote
Is funding also available for maintenance-free greening schemes?
Sometimes — it depends on the scheme. Some require living vegetation, whilst others support climate adaptation measures regardless of the system: measures such as heat protection and rainwater storage are supported. That is precisely why we check the scheme conditions for your location before you start planning.
Who submits the grant application?
The applicant is usually the owner or developer. MOOSMOOS provides the technical documentation and assists with the system description — for the application itself, we have experts and partners in this field who will be happy to assist you.
When must the application be submitted?
Almost always before the project begins. You should therefore address the funding issue right at the start of your project — our partners will advise you on the necessary documentation and deadlines based on their experience.
What if there isn’t a programme in my area?
In that case, the project is still cost-effective. Once installed, Greenovation incurs no running costs — no water, no maintenance contracts, no replacement plants. We also offer leasing options for business customers.
Let’s see what Its location gives it away.
During the initial consultation, we’ll discuss the scope, system and funding options for your project — and provide the technical documentation required for the application straight away.