€104 million in subsidies helped 63,000 Dutch homes go green—more funds still available
Over the past decade, Dutch homeowners' associations (VvE's) have received €104 million in subsidies to make their buildings more sustainable. With nearly €90 million still available until 2030, now is the time to apply and cut energy costs while reducing your environmental footprint.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Total subsidies awarded | €104 million (2016–2026) |
| Homes made sustainable | Over 63,000 |
| Remaining subsidy budget | Nearly €90 million (until 2030) |
| Top provinces for applications | Gelderland, Noord-Holland, Zuid-Holland, Utrecht |
| Most common sustainability measures | Roof insulation, HR++ glass, cavity wall insulation |
| Subsidy application growth | From €2.4 million (2017) to €36.5 million (2025) |
| VvE participation rate | Only 2% of VvE's apply |
| Helpdesk for support | verbeterjehuis.nl or +31 850 232 662 |
The Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations (BZK) oversees the Subsidy Scheme for Sustainability for Homeowners' Associations (SVVE), which is administered by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO). The scheme aims to accelerate energy efficiency in residential buildings, aligning with national climate goals and reducing household energy costs.
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10 years of sustainability subsidies for VvE's
Over the past 10 years, homeowners' associations (VvE's) have received €104 million in subsidies for making homes more sustainable. This was made possible by the Subsidy Scheme for Sustainability for Homeowners' Associations (SVVE). The scheme, which began in 2016 under the name Subsidy Scheme for Energy Saving in Your Own Home, has helped make over 63,000 homes more sustainable in a decade.
Subsidy aids sustainability efforts
The SVVE scheme assists VvE's, housing associations, or cooperatives in preparing and implementing sustainability measures in their buildings. VvE's can receive subsidies for sustainability advice and research, sustainability measures, and charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. The Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) administers the scheme on behalf of the Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations (BZK).
Rapid growth in applications
The number of SVVE applications has grown rapidly: in 2017, VvE's collectively applied for around €2.4 million in subsidies, while in 2025 this had risen to €36.5 million. Over the past decade, more than 63,000 homes have been made more sustainable with support from the SVVE. VvE's primarily use the subsidy for roof insulation, HR++ glass, and cavity wall insulation. The provinces where VvE's most frequently apply for SVVE subsidies are Gelderland, North Holland, South Holland, and Utrecht. Although Gelderland has relatively few VvE's, it invests the most in sustainability.
Only 2% apply for subsidies
Applying for subsidies offers many benefits for VvE's. Yet only 2% of VvE's do so. Until 2030, VvE's can still apply for substantial funds to support sustainability efforts. Currently, nearly €90 million remains available. For the latest updates on available funds, visit SVVE: current budget status.
Assistance with subsidy applications
For VvE's seeking additional support with the application process, the Knowledge Centre for Sustainable Environment (Milieu Centraal) is launching a new national helpdesk via verbeterjehuis.nl. VvE's can also call +31 850 232 662.
Apply for SVVE
VvE's can apply for the sustainability subsidy until December 31, 2030, through the RVO.
Would you like more information about the SVVE? Download the poster "SVVE Celebrates 10 Years".