German Heat Pump Market Anticipates 33% Growth in 2025 After Sharp Decline
Industry leaders cite increased demand, government incentives, and policy stability as key drivers for recovery.
- The German heat pump market experienced a 46% sales decline in 2024, with only 193,000 units sold compared to the record year of 2023.
- Industry forecasts predict a 33% increase in sales for 2025, potentially reaching 257,000 units if current conditions persist.
- Government incentives, such as the 'Federal Funding for Efficient Buildings' (BEG) program, are credited with boosting interest, with over 151,000 funding approvals granted in 2024.
- Additional measures, like electricity price reductions, could further accelerate market growth, according to the Bundesverband Wärmepumpe (BWP).
- The BWP emphasizes the importance of maintaining policies like the Building Energy Act and other renewable energy initiatives to achieve a climate-neutral building sector.