December 6, 2024|
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|12 months agoSwiss Homeowners Reject Heat Pumps Despite Climate Goals
Growing trend shows Swiss property owners choosing gas and oil heating over electric heat pumps, challenging national climate objectives and energy transition plans.
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- Swiss homeowners installed 12% more gas and oil heating systems in 2024 compared to the previous year.
- Installations of new heat pumps in Switzerland have dropped by approximately one-third in 2024.
- Switzerland's electricity prices are projected to average 29c per KWh in 2025.
- Roughly 25% of Switzerland's total emissions originate from heating buildings and hot water.
- A ground source heat pump costs roughly CHF 50,000 in Switzerland, compared to CHF 17,000 in Sweden.
By The Numbers
+12%
Increase in gas and oil heating installations
-33%
Decrease in heat pump installations
CHF 50,000
Cost of ground source heat pump in Switzerland
50%
Percentage of Swiss buildings heated by gas or oil
They Said
"Some heat pump installation companies were laying off staff because demand for heat pump installation has dropped so much."
"Those who fail to comply risk fines and potentially prison."