Subsidies
Subsidy is a financial contribution provided from the state budget, European funds, or other public sources to support specific projects, activities, or investments. Subsidies are intended for business development, energy efficiency, property renovation, or agricultural support. The subsidy recipient must meet established conditions and often demonstrate the effective use of funds..
Grants
Grant is a form of non-repayable financial support provided by state institutions, foundations, or international organizations for the implementation of projects in the fields of science, research, education, business, or the environment. Grants are applied for based on a call and project proposal..
Subsidies for solar panels (photovoltaics)
Subsidies for solar panels allow households and businesses to obtain financial contributions for the installation of photovoltaic panels. Under the Green Households program, a family house can receive up to €4,025 for photovoltaic panels, with the amount of the subsidy depending on the device's performance and the fulfillment of preferential conditions..
Subsidies for solar collectors
Solar collectors for water heating are supported by subsidies of up to €2,300 for family houses. The amount of the subsidy depends on the device's performance and specific conditions, such as location or the cessation of the use of solid fuels..
Subsidies for heat pumps (2020, 2022, 2023)
Subsidies for heat pumps are intended for households that want to increase energy efficiency and reduce emissions. In recent years, the amount of the subsidy has ranged from €2,720 to €4,370 depending on the device's performance and the fulfillment of specific conditions (e.g., areas with reduced air quality, cessation of the use of solid fuels)..
Subsidies for home insulation
The state provides contributions for the insulation of family houses of up to €8,000 (or up to €8,800 including project documentation and energy certificate), which represents up to 40% of eligible costs. Conditions include the type and size of the house, as well as achieved energy savings..
Subsidies for business from European funds
European funds represent the main source of support for entrepreneurs in the areas of innovation, energy efficiency, digitalization, and infrastructure development. Within the Slovakia Program 2021 – 2027, more than 180 grant calls are available for entrepreneurs, with a total program budget of approximately €13 billion..
Subsidies for entrepreneurs and young farmers
Entrepreneurs and young farmers can obtain subsidies for business development, farm modernization, investments in technology, or ecological solutions. Calls are published continuously based on the current priorities of the state and the EU..
Solar collectors – subsidy
The subsidy for solar collectors is intended for households and apartment buildings to support the use of renewable energy sources for water heating. The contribution ranges from €500/kW (max. €2,000) to €575/kW (max. €2,300) upon meeting preferential conditions..