Repair bonus returns: 30 million euros for sustainable solutions!

Repair bonus returns: 30 million euros for sustainable solutions!

Vienna, Österreich - The repair bonus in Austria is to come into force again at the end of 2025. This was announced by the Ministry of Climate, led by Norbert Tettschnig (ÖVP). The bonus was temporarily suspended in May 2025 after the available funds were exhausted due to high demand. The program is currently being evaluated to plan the resumption. For the 2026 budget planning, 30 million euros are planned for the repair bonus annually. A total of around 130 million euros are available as part of the EU building and resilience fund as well as additional national funds.

Since the start of the funding program in 2022, over 1.7 million vicinations have already been redeemed for repairs, maintenance or services. Smartphones, dishwasher, washing machines and coffee machines are particularly affected. The program also aims to promote sustainable consumption and production patterns and thus make a contribution to the circular economy.

sustainability and support of the repair industry

The repair bonus has a double function: it not only promotes the repair of electrical and electronic devices, but also strengthens the manual ability and regional jobs. In recent years, it has been shown that repairs not only avoid the new purchase of devices, but can also contribute decisively to reduce electronic waste. ÖSTRO.GV.AT emphasizes that new business models should also be funded.

The repair bonus will not only be available for a variety of electrical devices, but also from September 2024 for bicycles and their maintenance. The funding is up to 50% of the gross costs capable of funding, but a maximum of 200 euros for repairs and 30 euros for a cost estimate. repairbonus.at leads a list of eligible devices such as smartphones, washing machines and e-bikes.

Details for the application and redemption

private individuals residing in Austria can apply online for the repair bonus. The redemption takes place with around 6,000 partner companies that take part in the program. The repair bon must be redeemed within three weeks of the exhibition. Also, only devices that are owned by the applicant are eligible. For example, devices for rent or those for which there are already claims for replacement are excluded.

The Ministry of Climate is planning to continue to evaluate the means and success of the repair bonus in order to improve the program sustainably and to adapt to the needs of the population. The consent and commitment of the population have made the repair bonus an important part of the Austrian environmental protection strategy.