Why does the Federal Association of Consumer Advice Centers warn against installing gas heating?

Why does the Federal Association of Consumer Advice Centers warn against installing gas heating?

In the future, at least 65 percent of heating energy in Germany should come from renewable sources. However, it is still unclear whether this deadline will be January 1, 2024. Against this background, the Federal Association of Consumer Advice Centers warns against installing gas heating now, as Denis Schneiderheinze, energy consultant at the Saxony Consumer Advice Center, explains. The reason for this is the rising cost of gas due to CO2 pricing. At the same time, however, there are alternatives to gas heating, such as heat pumps, district heating or hybrid systems.

A heat pump is the most popular alternative, but it also involves certain costs and time. There are also other options such as direct electricity heating or biomass.

In terms of CO2 emissions, heating with electricity or wood pellets is a good alternative. There will probably be regulations that take this into account, especially for existing buildings.

To avoid a heating failure in winter, Schneiderheinze recommends taking action in the summer. Energy advice can help clarify the various options and costs. The consumer advice center also offers such advice.

During an energy consultation, various aspects are checked, including the energy requirements of the building and possible options for replacing the heating system.

Since the new heating law has not yet been passed, Schneiderheinze sees the need to establish clear funding regulations for various heating systems and to create more transparency with regard to municipal heating planning.

Overall, it is important to create a certain level of planning security for citizens, especially in the meantime until the new heating law comes into force. These topics were discussed in an interview with energy consultant Denis Schneiderheinze for MDR at 4.

According to a report by www.mdr.de