The Recycle – Change Water Heater – When does the program open?”>allazothermosifona.gov.gr platform is open for applications for the program “Recycle – Change Water Heater”.
Yesterday the applications for VAT numbers that expire in 1.2 while started today for VAT numbers ending in 3,4. Citizens with two specific TINs can apply by clicking “Login to the Digital Application Platform” to replace their old water heater with a new solar water heater.
The platform will gradually open for the beneficiaries, depending on the last digit of the VAT number. In particular:
- Today 12/5 : VAT numbers ending in 1,2,3,4
- 13/5 : VAT numbers ending in 1,2,3,4,5,6
- 14/5 : VAT numbers ending in 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8
- 15/5 : TINs ending in 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,0 (all TINs).
Objections can be submitted within 7 calendar days from the approval and announcement of the provisional results. After the examination of the objections is completed, the final results are approved and announced and the checks are issued for the applications whose funding is approved.
The 120,000 households that are expected to benefit immediately will be able to receive a subsidy for the replacement of energy-consuming electric water heaters with new solar water heaters of modern technology. The benefit for them and for the environment will be the reduction of at least 200 thousand tons of CO2 per year. As it is also calculated, that the electricity consumption for the use of hot water is to be reduced by approximately 65%.
In order to receive the subsidy for the purchase of a new solar water heater, it is mandatory to withdraw for recycling the old water heaters that are being replaced, the characteristics of which are:
- To be functional before their withdrawal.
- Before their replacement, they must be placed in the residence stated in the financing application.
- To be electric water heaters with a capacity of ≥ 40 litres.
In order to join the program, the beneficiaries must:
- To be domestic consumers who will have an electric water heater installed in their residence (and not in a business place).
- Applications must be submitted by individual natural persons, who were born before January 1, 2006 and reside permanently in Greece.
- Only one application should be submitted by each natural person.
- The average annual income per family member of the eligible beneficiaries should not exceed 30,000 euros.
- The potential beneficiaries have not submitted an application or have joined another energy saving program, such as “Execonomou – Autonomou” or “Execonomou 2021”.
Ranking criteria
The final selection of beneficiaries will result from a combination of economic and social criteria:
- Average annual income per family member.
- Families with disabled members.
- Single-parent families, with at least one dependent child.
- Families with dependent members.
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- The subsidy is up to 60% of the purchase cost of each new solar water heater.
- Each beneficiary will receive a voucher, which they can redeem at a supplier of their choice.
- Installation costs are also included in the maximum grant amount for the beneficiaries.
- The final value of each check depends on the characteristics of the solar water heater (hot water tank capacity), its purchase price and is determined as follows:
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Selectable solar water heaters for purchase
- The program subsidizes the purchase of solar water heaters with the following characteristics:
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Interview with Maria Konstantinou, Director of the Sustainable Energy Program, about the “Recycle – Change Water Heater” Initiative
Interviewer: Good morning Maria, and thank you for joining us today to discuss the “Recycle – Change Water Heater” program. Can you tell us what inspired the launch of this initiative?
Maria Konstantinou: Good morning! The main motivation behind the “Recycle – Change Water Heater” program is our commitment to promoting sustainable energy solutions. By encouraging households to replace their outdated electric water heaters with modern solar water heaters, we’re not only reducing greenhouse gas emissions, but also helping families save on their energy bills. It’s a win-win for both citizens and the environment.
Interviewer: That sounds fantastic. I understand the application platform opened recently. Can you explain how the application process works?
Maria Konstantinou: Absolutely! The allazothermosifona.gov.gr platform is now open for applications. Citizens can apply based on the last digit of their VAT number, starting from today with those ending in 1, 2, 3, and 4. Each day, we will gradually open the platform for other VAT endings until it is accessible to everyone by May 15. It’s important for applicants to note that they need to recycle their old, functional electric water heaters, which should have a capacity of at least 40 liters.
Interviewer: That’s a detailed rollout plan. How many households are expected to benefit from this program, and what kind of financial support can they anticipate?
Maria Konstantinou: We expect around 120,000 households to take advantage of this opportunity. The program offers substantial financial support, allowing beneficiaries to receive a subsidy of up to 60% of the purchase cost of a new solar water heater, along with installation costs. This should significantly ease the financial burden for many families while promoting eco-friendly alternatives.
Interviewer: What are the main eligibility criteria that interested citizens need to be aware of?
Maria Konstantinou: To qualify, applicants must be domestic consumers residing in Greece with an electric water heater at home. They must be individuals born before January 1, 2006, with an average annual income per family member not exceeding 30,000 euros. Additionally, they should not have previously applied for other energy-saving programs. It’s also important that they submit only one application.
Interviewer: It sounds like there are some key socioeconomic criteria influencing the selection process as well.
Maria Konstantinou: Yes, precisely! Our selection process considers a combination of economic and social factors, such as family income, the presence of disabled members, and the make-up of single-parent families. This ensures that we’re prioritizing those who may need the support the most.
Interviewer: how can people find more information or get assistance with the application process?
Maria Konstantinou: Our website is the central hub for information regarding the program, including guidelines and FAQs. Additionally, we encourage citizens to reach out to our customer service for any specific inquiries or assistance needed during the application process. We’re here to help them navigate this journey toward sustainability!
Interviewer: Thank you so much, Maria, for enlightening us about this important program. It sounds like a significant step towards a greener future!
Maria Konstantinou: Thank you for having me! Together, we can make a substantial impact on our environment and contribute to a more sustainable world.
Crucial that they submit only one application per person.
Interviewer: That’s very helpful information. Once applications are submitted, what does the timeline for approvals look like?
Maria Konstantinou: After applications are submitted, they go through a review process. Beneficiaries will have 7 calendar days to raise any objections after the provisional results are announced. Once objections are resolved, we will finalize and announce the results, after which funding checks will be issued to those approved. We anticipate that the overall process will be efficient, allowing households to quickly make the necessary changes to their water heating systems.
Interviewer: It sounds well-organized! Lastly, can you share the environmental benefits expected from this initiative?
Maria Konstantinou: Certainly! By transitioning from electric water heaters to solar water heaters, we expect a remarkable reduction of at least 200,000 tons of CO2 emissions annually. Moreover, families can potentially reduce their electricity consumption for heating water by around 65%. This program not only supports individual households economically but also contributes significantly to our broader mission of creating a sustainable future.
Interviewer: Thank you, Maria, for sharing these insights about the “Recycle – Change Water Heater” program. It truly seems like a beneficial initiative for both households and the environment.
Maria Konstantinou: Thank you for having me! I’m excited to see how many families will take advantage of this opportunity and make a positive impact on our planet.
