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What is the Housing Support Program?

A The Housing Support Program is a government initiative that provides partial financial assistance for the installation costs of solar power, solar thermal systems, geothermal energy systems, fuel cells, and small wind turbines in homes.

How can I apply for the Housing Support Program?

A To apply, first select the appropriate energy source based on the intended use for your home. Then, sign up on the Housing Support Program website.
Afterward, choose a participating company and begin pre-contract discussions.

Once discussions are complete, request a contract review with the selected company through the Housing Support Program website and prepare the necessary documents, including the standard installation contract.

After signing the contract with the company, the company will submit the signed standard installation contract and related documents through the Housing Support Program website.

I've heard that installing solar power through the government program is more expensive than installing it on my own. Why is that?

A When installing solar power through the Housing Support Program, KS-certified products that meet specific efficiency standards must be used.

Additionally, the government performs on-site installation inspections to ensure that construction standards are met and to assess safety.

The program also requires an annual system inspection for the first three years and mandates post-installation maintenance for more than three years, ensuring product reliability and quality.

When installing solar power independently, it is crucial to verify whether the installation includes quality guarantees, adherence to construction standards, and post-installation maintenance.

What is the application process for the program?

A After registering as a member on the Green Home website, select a participating installation company from the "Participating Companies" section and complete the application form.

* Under the " Participating Companies " section, you can find information such as the company's location and the year it started participating in the program, which will help you select a company.
Green Home Website: http://nr.energy.or.kr/home

Does the building's registration need to be for a residential property?

A If the building's registration is not for residential use, it will not be eligible for the Housing Support Program. Instead, you can apply for the Building Support Program.
* Building registration use: [Single-family home or multi-family home] → Eligible for the Housing Support Program
* Building registration use: [Other than single-family home or multi-family home] → Eligible for the Building Support Program

Who is eligible for the Housing Support Program?

A The program is available to those who own or will own a single- or multi-family home, as specified in Appendix of Article 3, Clause 5 of the Enforcement Decree of the Building Act.
For single-family homes, the applicant must be the owner or future owner of an existing or newly built home. For multi-family homes, the applicant must represent residents in an existing multi-family home or the owner/representative of residents in a building under construction.

The building is marked as a violating structure in the building registration; does this affect eligibility?

A Support is not eligible if the installation is made on a violating structure.
Both the applicant and participating companies must comply with local ordinances and regulations. If the installation is made on a violating structure and detected, it may result in the suspension of subsidy payments, refund of funds, or cancellation of the project.

Is it possible to apply by phone or in person?

A Phone or in-person applications are not accepted. Applications for the Housing Support Program must be submitted online.

I made an error when entering my information. Can it be corrected?

A You must cancel the application and reapply if you entered incorrect information.
Once the application is completed, changes to the information cannot be made, as the participating company uses it for contract review.

Can the self-payment deposited in a virtual account be paid in installments?

A The self-payment must be made in a lump sum.
The amount of the self-payment must be deposited into the virtual account to ensure proper project approval. If not deposited by the deadline, the project will be canceled.

How much is the subsidy, and how is it provided?

A The Housing Support Program calculates a subsidy based on the installation capacity.

You will bear the project cost minus the subsidy when the program proceeds. The subsidy will be paid to the participating company after the installation is completed and the installation confirmation process by the organization is finished.

For detailed information on the subsidy, please get in touch with us through our inquiry phone or use the general inquiry section on the bulletin board.

What if the building is old and has no building registration? Can I submit land register or tax register documents instead?

A You must submit the building registration or the property title deed.

By submitting the building registration or property title deed, we can prevent potential issues from installing renewable energy systems in unregistered, illegal, or unauthorized buildings.

Additionally, it is difficult to assess the permit status of the building using land or tax registers, so building registration documents are required.

When must the self-payment be deposited?

A The virtual account must be issued within 7 days of receiving the project approval. After receiving the virtual account, you must deposit the amount within 7 days (including holidays) from the issue date.
If the payment is not made within the specified period, the project will be canceled, and you must reapply.

What is the process for project approval?

A Once the application form submitted by the applicant is sent through the participating company to the project management system, a document review will occur.
After the document review is completed and the project selection is finalized, the applicant will be issued a virtual account to deposit the self-payment. The project will be automatically approved once the self-payment is deposited into the provided virtual account.

Can tenants apply for the program?

A Tenants, not the property owners, are not eligible to apply.
Due to potential issues such as property ownership disputes, sunlight rights, and view rights, the property owner must apply for the Housing Support Program.

Can wooden houses apply for the program?

A To apply for the Housing Support Program, you must comply with the "Installation Standards for Renewable Energy Systems" and relevant laws such as the Framework Act on the Construction Industry and the Electrical Construction Business Act.

If you wish to install solar power systems in a wooden house, the equipment must be directly fixed to a concrete or steel frame structure. You must submit a structural safety certificate and review document if it is indirectly fixed.

For wooden houses, issues such as leaks, safety concerns, or difficulties submitting a structural safety review by a certified structural engineer may arise. Therefore, land-based installation is strongly recommended.

Is the applicant's signature (at the top) necessary to align precisely with the signature of the person requesting Self-Signature Verification (at the bottom)?

A There is no requirement for an exact match.
However, the applicant's signature (at the top) must correspond with the signature on official documents such as the standard installation agreement, confirmation letters, and other relevant paperwork. Please exercise caution in this regard.
* Self-Signature Verification: This verification, issued through the township or district office, indicates that the applicant personally participated in the contract signing process with a government-supported initiative. The submission of this document is mandatory.

What does participating company mean?

A A participating company is a business that has undergone evaluation and has been chosen by the Korea Energy Agency to participate in the "Housing Support Program and Building Support Program," as outlined in Article 18 (Constructor) of the regulations governing the support for renewable energy facilities.

If the property owner is unavailable (due to overseas travel, military service, etc.), can they stamp the document with their seal instead of signing it?

A If the applicant (property owner) cannot provide a Self-Signature Verification due to situations such as hospitalization or business travel, a family member should submit the applicant's seal certificate along with a consent letter from the property owner and a certificate verifying their family relationship.

If I own more than one property, can I apply individually for each one?

A Yes, if the applicant can provide distinct documentation, such as the building registration or property deed for each property, and the property owner remains consistent across all properties, you are eligible to apply to each property separately.

Can foreigners apply for the Housing Support Program?

A Absolutely. Foreign nationals currently residing in Korea are eligible to apply.
The application form is the same as for residents. However, you must include the "Certificate of Domestic Resident," issued by the Immigration Office, as part of the necessary documentation.

Can I receive support if a non-participating solar installation company does the installation?

A No, if you hire a company outside the Housing Support Program, you will not be eligible for government subsidies.
Before submitting your application, it is essential to verify that the company you choose is a registered participating company for the current year. Be cautious of companies that may falsely claim to be participating businesses.

Can a family member apply if the property owner passes away?

A In the event of the property owner's passing, neither a family member nor any other individual can apply on their behalf. The application can only be made once the property ownership has been officially transferred through the inheritance process.

When must the installation of renewable energy systems be completed?

A Applications must be submitted within the designated project application period for each type of renewable energy. The project will conclude once the annual funding allocation is fully utilized.
For approved projects, installation must be completed within the specified deadlines for each energy source.

※ Installation Deadlines by Energy Source:
- Solar: Within 60 days from the project approval date (120 days for multi-unit housing)
- Solar Thermal, Fuel Cells, Small Wind: Within 90 days from the project approval date
- Geothermal, Solar PV (BIPV): Within 120 days from the project approval date

I am a co-owner. Does the co-owner also need to submit a Self-Signature Verification?

A Yes, the Self-Signature Verification is mandatory for the co-owner as well, as it compares signatures between the applicant and the co-owner.

I abandoned the project last year. Can I apply this year?

A You can apply this year even if you abandoned the Housing Support Program last year.
However, suppose you cancel the project after receiving approval for the Housing Support Program (such as after paying the applicant's share for the current year). In that case, you will no longer be eligible for that year.

Can I receive double support?

A You cannot receive double support for the exact location or energy source through various renewable energy supply programs.
* Renewable Energy Supply Programs: Housing Support Program, Building Support Program, Convergence Support Program, Regional Support Program, Solar Leasing Program, and Financial Support Program, etc.

However, in cases where unavoidable natural disasters damage facilities, recovery support may be offered following consultation with the relevant agency.
* Relevant Basis: (Ministry of Industry Notification) Regulations on Support for Renewable Energy Facilities, Article 10 (Prohibition of Double Support)

Do I need to sign the standard contract?

A Yes, signing the standard installation contract is mandatory. During the document review process, the responsible party will compare the signature on the Self-Signature Verification with the one on the standard installation contract to ensure consistency.
*This is done to prevent unnecessary paperwork by participating companies, with particular attention to the applicant's signature match.

I need to apply for a single-family home, but I mistakenly used it for a multi-unit building. What should I do?

A Applications for single-family homes and multi-unit buildings are processed separately. In this case, you should request the cancellation of the multi-unit building application and submit a new application specifically for the single-family home.

Can apartments receive support?

A Yes, apartments are eligible for subsidies in the solar energy sector, whether for multi-family housing or single-family homes.
However, if solar systems are installed in individual households rather than shared areas, support will be provided at the single-family home rate.

*Multi-family Housing (Common Areas): Support applies to electricity usage in common areas such as building lighting, elevators, and other shared facilities.
*Multi-family Housing (Individual Units): Each unit must be identified by a unique address (ownership), and all property owners must give their consent for the use of shared spaces, like rooftops, for installation purposes.

*Multi-Unit Housing Support Guidelines

1. Solar power systems can be installed for shared use up to a maximum of 30kW per building for multi-unit housing common area support. Applications are accepted within this limit.

2. When installing renewable energy systems in newly built or existing multi-unit housing, the submission of consent documents from the residents (or prospective residents) is required.
-> This includes a handwritten consent form from all building property owners, along with a Self-Signature Verification or the decision documents from the residents' representative meeting (or prospective residents' representative meeting). (If the decision details, such as the date, official seal, signatures, etc., cannot be verified, the application will not be accepted.)

3. For newly constructed multi-unit housing where ownership has not been divided (undivided registration), the submission of a Self-Signature Verification from the builder/developer representative, a business registration certificate, and a confirmation of sale completion (only applicable for projects where more than 50% of the units have been sold) is required.

4. For newly constructed multi-unit housing, installation confirmation must be completed after the local government's construction completion confirmation (final inspection). It may be canceled if the project is not completed within the current year. (The building registration document must be submitted when applying for installation confirmation.)

Is a separate form required to submit the installation plan for multi-unit housing?

A Please use the installation plan form for the Building Support Program (as specified in the announcement) and submit it accordingly.

Can a minor apply if they are the property owner?

A Any property owner is eligible to apply.
However, if a legal representative (parent) is applying on behalf of a minor property owner, a family relationship certificate, the self-signature verification of both the property owner and the legal representative, and a consent form will be required.

What should I do if the system breaks down? How can I get A/S (after-sales service)?

A Contact the participating company that installed the system and request the necessary after-sales service.

Is it okay if the actual residence and location of the system will be installed differ?

A Yes, it is possible to apply even if the actual residence and the installation location differ.
However, since the local government's conditions for receiving local funds may vary by municipality, please get in touch with the relevant local government where the system will be installed.

What products are used when installing the system?

A When installing renewable energy systems in a home through the Housing Support Program, products certified by the Renewable Energy Center of the Korea Energy Agency are mandatory.

Using uncertified products can lead to issues such as reduced efficiency and malfunction of renewable energy systems, so it is essential to use certified products.

If a participating company installs a system with uncertified products, strict regulations will be enforced, including the ban on participating in the renewable energy supply program.

Under the mandatory procurement system for solar power systems, only products registered with the Public Procurement Service are permitted. Registered participating companies can only purchase these products through the Public Procurement Service's online platform, the Korea ON-line E-Procurement System.

Do solar modules and inverters have to be purchased through the Public Procurement Service for installation?

A When installing solar power systems through the mandatory procurement system, the key materials for solar power—modules and inverters—must be purchased through the Korea ON-line E-Procurement System provided by the Public Procurement Service.
Failure to comply with this requirement may restrict future participation in the program.
However, inverters for multi-unit housing systems exceeding 10 kW are exempt from this procurement requirement.

Who is eligible for the Building Support Program?

A The program is available to individuals who wish to install renewable energy systems for self-use in general buildings or facilities. It is limited to the owners (or representatives in the case of joint ownership) of the building where the renewable energy system is to be installed, as indicated on the property registration document, or to the intended owners.

* Building Support Program: This program applies to all buildings and facilities, excluding residential buildings as specified in Article 21 of the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy's regulation on renewable energy equipment support and buildings and facilities owned or managed by local governments as stated in Article 26 of the regulation.

** Pilot Projects: These are projects where the outcomes of technological developments are applied to all types of buildings and facilities, or renewable energy systems are installed for a trial period after demonstrating new technologies.
※ According to Article 2 (Definitions) of the Subsidy Management Act, the state's buildings and facilities are excluded from the support program.

What is the subsidy rate as a percentage of the total construction cost?

A The notice provides the subsidy amount for each energy source. The total construction cost may vary depending on the participating company, so please contact the company directly for further details.

What are the application period and submission locations?

A These details are in our notice. You can also inquire by calling our consultation phone number.

How do I confirm the installation location?

A Confirmation is possible if the building's registered purpose is not residential.

What is the process after applying?

A After document review, the project will undergo evaluation. Selected projects can then proceed with equipment installation. The subsidy will be granted after the installation is completed and verified by the center, with payment to the participating company made after the applicant's consent.

Can I start the construction before applying?

A No, construction cannot begin before applying.
Construction can only proceed after the project is selected. If construction starts before the final selection, the project will be canceled.

Who is eligible for support?

A All buildings and facilities, excluding residential buildings (both single-family and multi-family homes), are eligible recipients for the building support program.
You can apply if the building's registered use or construction permit does not classify it as a residential building.
However, buildings and facilities owned or managed by the government or local authorities are not eligible for support.

Can I receive support again if I have already received support for the same energy source?

A You cannot receive support again.
Article 10 of the Regulations on Support for Renewable Energy Systems prohibits repeated support for the same energy source at the same location.

Are newly planned buildings (not yet constructed) eligible for support?

A Yes, newly planned buildings are eligible for support.
However, the building's construction permit (report certificate) must be submitted.

What is the Renewable Energy Financial Support Program?

A The Renewable Energy Financial Support Program offers long-term, low-interest loans to cover part of the production, facility, and operating funds required for renewable energy-specific equipment.

Facility Funds: These are funds needed to install renewable energy equipment, including prototype costs and other installation-related expenses involved in the technological commercialization of the equipment.
Production Funds: These funds are required to set up manufacturing/production facilities for renewable energy equipment and for the technological commercialization of those manufacturing/production facilities.
Operating Funds: These funds are for the business operation of small and medium-sized enterprises that fall under production funds.

※ Facilities that have received part of their installation funds as a grant from public institutions* are excluded from the financial support program.
* Institutions designated and publicly announced by Article 4 of the Act on the Management of Public Institutions.

What is the Urban Solar Power Financial Support Program?

A The Urban Solar Power Financial Support Program provides long-term, low-interest loans to individuals or entities that install solar power equipment on buildings and ancillary facilities.
* This program excludes solar power equipment installed on buildings supported by rural solar and industrial facility funds, including verified parking lots and other ground-level ancillary facilities listed in the building register.

What are the support conditions?

A Facility Funds: The support limit per business operator is up to 50 billion KRW for wind energy, 30 billion KRW for solar energy, and 10 billion KRW for bio and other energy sources.
Production Funds: The support limit per business operator is 30 billion KRW, with a 5-year grace period and 10-year installment repayment. For the bio sector, the limit is up to 10 billion KRW, with a 3-year grace period and 5-year installment repayment.
Operating Funds: The support limit per business operator is up to 1 billion KRW, with a 1-year grace period and 2-year installment repayment.

* The interest rate and loan handling fees are governed by the "Special Account Operation Guidelines for Energy and Resource Projects." The Renewable Energy Center website posts quarterly announcements about them.
* The support ratio is up to 80% for small and medium-sized enterprises and up to 60% for mid-sized enterprises.
* The minimum application amount is 30 million KRW, with funding recommendations made in increments of 1 million KRW.
* The above support conditions are based on August 2024; please inquire for the latest details.

What is the industrial complex rooftop solar financial support program?

A This program provides long-term, low-interest loans to those installing solar power facilities on factory roofs and unused factory areas.

What equipment is eligible for support?

A Eligible equipment is determined according to the guidelines for supporting renewable energy facilities and includes the following:

-Solar thermal systems, photovoltaic systems, concentrated solar power systems, biogas production and utilization facilities, bioenergy production and utilization facilities, energy produced from liquefied or gasified coal and heavy residual oil, hydropower systems, wind power systems, fuel cell systems, hydrogen energy systems, geothermal energy systems, renewable energy technology commercialization support, and hydrothermal energy systems.

* Energy Storage Systems (ESS) are collectively supported under the Energy New Industry Financial Support Program.

What is the procedure for financial support?

A ① Apply for financial support online within the application period, as announced on the Renewable Energy Center website.
② Document review and evaluation by the review committee.
③ Issuance of recommendation letter based on the evaluation results.
④ Loan review through financial institutions (collateral required) and withdrawal based on construction progress.

What is rural solar power?

A The rural solar power program is designed to expand farmers' participation in solar power projects, increase farm incomes, and contribute to the widespread adoption of solar power.
Farmers, fishermen, or livestock producers who participate in the rural solar power program can receive financial support (long-term low-interest loans) for the cost of installing solar power systems through the renewable energy financial support program.

Is collateral required?

A After the recommendation letter is issued, the loan will be granted following a loan review by the financial institution.
Collateral may be required, so please consult the financial institution beforehand.

Which banks can I apply for a loan from?

A You can apply freely from among the 15 financial institutions that have entered into loan agreements with the Korea Energy Agency.
These include the Korea Development Bank, Industrial Bank of Korea, KB Kookmin Bank, Woori Bank, Shinhan Bank, Kyongnam Bank, Gwangju Bank, Daegu Bank, Busan Bank, Jeonbuk Bank, Jeju Bank, Nonghyup Bank, Suhyup Bank, Hana Bank, and KDB Capital.

Can industrial complex rooftop solar power always receive support?

A If financial support is requested for installing solar power systems on factory rooftops or unused factory land, a recommendation letter will be issued within the budget range after the review committee reviews the documents and evaluates them.

What documents must I submit to prove I am a farmer?

A Farmers should submit either a Farmer Verification Certificate or an Agricultural Business Registration Certificate, which must include the applicant's name and a statement indicating that they cultivate farmland of 1,000㎡ or more.
Fishermen should submit a Fisherman Verification Certificate, and livestock farmers should submit a Livestock Business License.

* Issuing Authorities:

1) Farmer Verification Certificate: 128 regional offices of the National Agricultural Products Quality Management Service nationwide

2) Fisherman Verification Certificate: 12 regional offices of oceans and fisheries nationwide
- Busan Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries 051-609-6114
- Incheon Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries 032-880-6114
- Yeosu Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries 061-650-6000
- Masan Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries 055-981-5000
- Donghae Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries 033-520-6000
- Gunsan Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries 063-441-2223
- Mokpo Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries 061-280-1700
- Pohang Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries 054-242-1812
- Pyeongtaek Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries 031-683-0313
- Ulsan Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries 052-228-5500
- Daesan Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries 041-660-7700
- Jeju Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries (Jeju Marine Management Division, Busan Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries)

3) Livestock Business License (Registration Certificate): Contact the local government office.

Is installing it on land or in buildings under someone else's name possible?

A Yes, it is possible. However, when applying, you must submit the owner's lease agreement or written consent along with a certificate of seal impression.

Can I apply next year if the application deadline has passed?

A Financial support for renewable energy facilities installed within the current year is provided through a contract with the construction company.
However, projects started after October 1 of the previous year (based on the date of the construction company contract) can apply during next year's announcement.
Example) A project contracted on September 30, 2019, cannot apply for the 2020 announcement, but a project contracted on October 1, 2019, can.

What must be done before applying for rural solar power?

A You can apply once you have obtained a power generation business license and development activity permit from the relevant local government.
Please note that this process takes at least 2 months, so plan accordingly for your project.

Can a married couple apply separately?

A Even if you are family members, each individual can apply if they have received a power generation business license in their name, meet the agricultural worker requirements, and have been registered as residents in the same town or district for at least one year.

Are there any eligible cooperatives for solar power generation?

A According to Articles 11 and 19 of the Enforcement Decree of the Act on Fostering and Supporting Agricultural and Fisheries Business Entities, agricultural cooperative corporations and agricultural companies are not eligible for power generation.
However, other cooperatives eligible for a power generation business license can apply for support.

Can solar power systems be installed on forest land?

A As of 2020, forest land has been excluded from the list of eligible land for support.

Are agricultural companies (corporations) eligible for support?

A Agricultural corporations are not eligible for support.

Can a business owner with three solar power plants, each with a capacity of around 100 kW, apply with a single recommendation letter?

A You must apply for each power generation business license separately.
Please confirm whether the total capacity exceeds the 500 kW individual capacity limit for rural solar power.

What happens if the project cannot proceed due to delays, such as construction delays, after receiving a financial support recommendation this year?

A If the application is canceled within the current year (by submitting a cancellation request), a recommendation for funding cannot be issued within the same year.
Additionally, if the cancellation occurs within the current year (if more than 20% of the funds are not withdrawn within 3 months from the date the recommendation letter is issued), you will not be eligible to apply for the following year.
* Guidelines on the Support for Renewable Energy Equipment, Article 47