Mykolaiv to receive €7.2 million from NEFCO for individual heating points in homes

New individual heating stations in Chernivtsi. Photo: «Shpalta»

The Nordic Environment Finance Corporation(NEFCO) will provide Mykolaiv with about €7.2 million in grant support for the installation of individual heating stations and energy efficiency improvements in residential buildings.

This was discussed during the standing committee on housing and communal services of the city council on 26 May, according to NikVesti.

However, the final amount will be determined by the results of the tender procedure, which will be launched after this decision is made at the city council session, explained Igor Nabatov, first deputy director of the Department of Housing and Communal Services.

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«The amount of the grant is up to 7.2 million euros. Why up to? Because the final amount will be determined within the framework of the tender that will be launched after our decision,» he explained.

The members of the Commission on Housing and Communal Services supported this draft decision. It is to be considered at the next meeting of the city council session, which will take place on 29 May.

As a reminder, the Nordic Environment Finance Corporation (NEFCO) will also provide Mykolaiv with €7.2 million in grant support for solar power plants.

What is an individual heating point?

An individual heat point (IHP) is an automated device that is installed in a building and controls the heat supply. It can:

• regulate the temperature depending on the weather (outdoor temperature schedule),
• provide more uniform heat,
• save energy,
• provide hot water with a heat exchanger,
• have a built-in heat meter.

How does an individual heating station work?

An individual heating station receives heat from the city network, but «itself decides» how much heat should be supplied to the house. It is equipped with temperature sensors, pressure regulators and pumps. This ensures that the heat is supplied evenly, and residents do not suffer from overheating or cold.

Why does an IHS help save money?

IHS allows you to consume as much heat as you really need. If it gets warmer outside, the system will automatically reduce the supply. This helps to avoid cost overruns and reduces bills by 15-30% depending on the season.