Slavonski Brod, Sisak, Kutina – As of today, September 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM, residents of Slavonski Brod, Sisak, and Kutina can apply for a public call to co-finance the replacement of old household heating systems. This €10 million pilot project is being implemented by the Environmental Protection and Energy Efficiency Fund in cooperation with the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Green Transition. (fzoeu.hr)

Who Can Apply

• Owners of family houses

• Apartment owners in multi-residential buildings, but only in areas categorized as second air quality category

• Eligible locations are those with increased levels of air pollution, mainly due to long-standing industrial activities in petrochemicals, metallurgy, and energy production.

What is Co-Financed

The program covers the replacement of:

• old stand-alone solid fuel stoves

• conventional central heating systems

with more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly solutions such as:

• pyrolytic wood boilers

• heat pumps

• photovoltaic solar systems

Amount of Support and Conditions

• The maximum grant per household is up to €16,150.

• Required documentation includes proof of ownership, proof of legal building status, and proof of residence at the application address for at least 30 days.

• Applications must be submitted electronically via the eFZOEU platform.

• Professional assistance in preparing applications is also subsidized, and applications may be submitted by a third party (with a notarized power of attorney).

Broader Context and Purpose

This pilot project is part of a larger national strategy worth €220 million, aimed at:

• improving air quality in Croatia

• promoting the transition to energy-efficient and environmentally sustainable heating solutions