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Checked 2026-09-30

🏠 Grants for a heat pump or insulation in Latvia: where do I apply?

The short answer

Most countries support home renovation with grants, tax credits or cheap loans. The schemes change often, so always check the official portal before you order work.

📜 The rules in Latvia

Grants for heat pumps and insulation

Home owners can get up to 70% (max EUR 15,000) towards heat pumps, pellet boilers, solar collectors, solar panels or a district-heating connection. You apply to Vides investīciju fonds after installation, with a secure e-signature.

  • A Modernisation Fund programme approved on 17 February 2026 supports solar panels, heat pumps and solar collectors for multi-apartment buildings and energy communities (up to 70%); applications go to Vides investīciju fonds. (kem.gov.lv)
  • ALTUM's energy-efficiency programme for multi-apartment buildings (EU funds 2021-2027) stopped accepting new applications for general renovation from 2 September 2026. (altum.lv)
SIA "Vides investīciju fonds"Accepts household applications for renewable heating and electricity equipment.📞 +371 67 845111🔗 lvif.gov.lv
ALTUMRuns grants and loans for renovating multi-apartment buildings.🔗 altum.lv
Official source: lvif.gov.lv · Checked 2026-09-30

🪜 Step by step

  1. Find the national schemeThe official schemes in Latvia and who runs them are listed below.
  2. Check the conditions before you orderMany grants must be requested before the work starts, and often need a certified installer or an energy audit.
  3. Get quotesAsk for several quotes that state the equipment and the performance the scheme requires.
  4. Apply on the official portalUse only the official website below. Keep invoices and certificates for the payout or a check.

📇 Who to contact

SIA "Vides investīciju fonds"Accepts household applications for renewable heating and electricity equipment.📞 +371 67 845111🔗 lvif.gov.lv/valsts-atbalsts/iedzivotajiem/atjaunigo-energoresursu-iekartu-uzstadisana
ALTUMRuns grants and loans for renovating multi-apartment buildings.🔗 www.altum.lv/pakalpojumi/iedzivotajiem/daudzdzivoklu-maju-energoefektivitate-2021-2027
Mājokļa pabalsts (pašvaldības sociālais dienests)Free advice on energy costs and saving energyWhen bills are too high or you are behind on payments🔗 www.lm.gov.lv/lv/majokla-pabalsts

❓ Questions

Can I still apply after the work is done?

Often not. Many schemes require the application before the work starts. Check the official portal.

Is there extra help on a low income?

Some schemes pay more to low-income households. The portal below explains who qualifies.

Someone offers to handle the grant for me. Is that safe?

Be careful with door-to-door or phone offers. Check the company and apply through the official portal.

📎 Sources

Checked: 2026-09-30

🧭 Is this still correct?

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