Sports facility refurbishment - now with up to 50 % funding from the federal states
August 7, 2025
If tennis, all-purpose, equestrian or field hockey clubs have one thing in common, it is usually this: a lack of money. Especially when the traditional clubs operate halls that are getting on in years. Or there is a general need for refurbishment. The costs of modernization are often difficult to bear. But there is good news: the federal states are helping clubs financially and supporting the renovation of sports facilities with up to 50 % in funding*.
One of the biggest components of traditional clubs is the heating system in the halls. Why? Because they come under pressure from two directions: On the one hand, due to the far too high consumption costs of old heating systems, and on the other, due to the climate protection requirements that legislators place on heating systems. However, the renovation of old heating systems often appears to be a major construction site that is also too costly. It is postponed year after year.
"We receive a total of up to 40 % subsidies and effectively heat where the heat needs to go."
E. Katschke, ESV Ingolstadt-Ringsee e.V.
Yet the timing for heating renovation has rarely been so favorable. Clubs not only benefit from the sports facility subsidy, they also significantly reduce their energy consumption by using modern infrared hall heating solutions. This is because highly efficient heating is only used when the hall or individual pitches are in use. This pays off in many respects:
- Clubs benefit sustainably from low energy costs (savings of 40-70 percent)
- Accordingly, they reduce CO₂ emissions and make an important contribution to the energy transition.
- They meet the statutory climate protection requirements
The latest generation of infrared heaters is called Fair.AIdH. With systems such as FUTURA, FUTURA E, MAXIMA E-Hybrid, or ELEXTRA, renewable energies such as grid or PV electricity can already be used today for scalable, CO₂-free heating up to 100 %. This allows clubs to position themselves economically and future-proof. Well beyond 2045. Further information is available without obligation. here.
* The funding rate may vary depending on the federal state if the hall operator is a club, association or local authority. The funding programs of the respective federal states apply. Please also refer to the relevant information here.
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