Lower investment cost
In some cases, the investment may be completed at a discounted cost.
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Why is it worthwhile?
Four reasons to check whether you may be eligible for the discount.
Faster payback
Lower upfront cost and energy savings can happen at the same time.
A more energy-efficient home
A modern system, lower consumption and greater comfort.
We handle the process
We help guide you through the ECO / ESM administration.
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What to know about ESM
Verified Energy Savings, explained clearly before you get started.
Hungary’s Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme aims to reduce energy use. Certain energy-efficiency investments, such as installing modern air conditioners, can produce verified energy savings with financial value.
Old system
New Zenit AC
Energy savings
Potential discount
Join the ESM Plus programme
When a new, modern air conditioner uses less energy than the old system, the resulting savings may be verified under certain conditions. This is called Verified Energy Savings (ESM), which can have financial value.
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Which improvements may qualify?
Eligibility always depends on the specific technical scope.
Air-conditioner replacement
Thermal insulation
Window and door replacement
Heating modernisation
Other energy improvements
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How much discount is available?
Every investment is different; the exact amount is determined by an individual calculation.
The discount amount is affected by
- The type of equipment
- Its energy efficiency (for example SCOP)
- The size and thermal properties of the property
- The nature of the completed improvement
20-30%
In some cases, support can reach 20-30% of the investment value, but the exact amount is always determined individually.
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How the process works
From first contact to ESM settlement, with us throughout.
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Get in touch
Contact us and we will discuss your needs.
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On-site assessment
We determine the right technical solution.
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Eligibility assessment
We check whether the investment meets ECO conditions.
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Offer and contract
It includes the discount and settlement conditions.
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Installation
Professional delivery of the investment.
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Documentation
We compile the documents required for settlement.
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ESM settlement
The energy savings are verified in the system.
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Important to know
A few points worth clarifying in advance.
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Not every investment is eligible; it always depends on the specific technical scope.
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Documentation is essential; the discount can only be applied with proper records.
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Registration before implementation; the investment generally needs to be registered before work begins.
Required documents
Current documents needed for administration can be downloaded here.
Documents will be available soon.
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Frequently asked questions
The most common questions about the ECO / ESM programme.
What are ECO and ESM?
The Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme encourages residential and business energy-efficiency investments. Verified savings from these improvements can be recorded as Energy Savings Measures (ESM). Our specialists can assess whether an investment is suitable for ESM settlement.
Is this a grant application?
No. ECO is not a traditional grant scheme; it is an energy-efficiency arrangement defined by legislation.
Does every air conditioner qualify?
No. Eligibility always depends on the technical details of the investment and the applicable settlement conditions.
Can I join afterwards?
Not in every case. The investment generally needs registration before installation, so consult us during the planning phase.
Free consultation
Let’s see whether you may qualify
During a brief preliminary consultation, we assess whether your planned air-conditioning investment could meet ECO conditions. Do not let the value of your energy savings go unused.
Request a free consultation