Energy -efficient heat supply: Spielberg relies on sustainable projects!

Energy -efficient heat supply: Spielberg relies on sustainable projects!

Pielachberg, Österreich - In Melk, sustainable is now being converted! The village renewal in the municipalities of Spielberg, Pielach and Pielachberg has exciting plans for ecological heat supply to their club center. Under the roof of FC Hubertus, the club house is upgraded CO2-free. Thanks to the financial support of "pride in our village" from the Lower Austrian village and urban renewal, the photovoltaic system, which already delivers the "solar power", is now also used for hot water preparation. Chairman Markus Ledl emphasizes that this project is firmly anchored in the mission statement for sustainable development. Treasurer Franz Schenkermayr is also pleased about the financial aid of the country, which enables quick action, as reported on meinzirk.at.

Innovative funding models for sustainable projects

In the context of the restructuring of the village and urban renewal in Lower Austria, the funding opportunities for sustainable projects are significantly improved. As part of “pride in our village”, village renewal clubs can now submit smaller projects with up to 80% of the eligible costs, but a maximum of 2,500 euros. This flexible support specifically supports sustainable measures in the communities that work on planning and implementing their visions. Interested clubs must be a member of the Lower Austria village and urban renewal. There are even up to 20,000 euros available for larger investment measures, which promotes the development of lively places, as is explained in detail on spatial planning-noe.at.

A special focus in 2024 is on “lighthouse projects” that aim to revive a comprehensive residential core. For this purpose, an integrated urban development concept (ISEK) prerequisite that must not be older than seven years. These initiatives are intended to significantly increase the quality of life in rural areas under 30,000 inhabitants and give public areas new shine. The submission period for the projects ends on June 28, 2024, and to support various funding models are available that stimulate innovative thinking and joint participation.