Government -financed systems facilitate the production of energy -efficient solutions to promote sustainable households and buildings, the government said on Friday. This support leads to a greater recording of such solutions, whereby operators and property owners are happy to invest in sustainability.
This was created during a visit to Finestral by Minister for the Environment, Energy and Public Cleanliness Miriam Dalli and Minister for Justice and Reform of the construction sector Jonathan Attard. Finestral is a local company that produces PVC openings. In addition to promoting sustainability and energy efficiency in the apartment sector, its products also invested in its daily operation.
Kenneth Azzopardi and Jonathan Pace explained that the Finestral directors are 90% of the energy required to carry out finestral operations from solar panels. In addition, all offcuts from the PVC frames produced are recycled, which minimizes waste and contributes to a circular economy.
Minister Miriam Dalli said: “We are proud to observe more and more Maltese companies that apply the principles of sustainability, both in their product offers and in their operational practices. The shift we observe is encouraging, highlighted by the innovative solutions that companies take care of their customers, and the commitment that is sustainable.
Through the regulatory authority for energy and water services (REWS), homeowners can apply for the roof insulation and double glazing subsidy if they upgrade their doors and windows and carry out roof insulation. The scholarship covers 50% of the retrofitting costs that are limited to € 1,000. Since 2022, REWS has received 781 applications for this grant.
At the same time, home buyers can benefit from a newly launched program through the building and building authority (BCA) that also supports the introduction of energy-efficient buildings. This program aims to increase the purchase of such properties and to raise awareness of their services, which gives a granting of up to 9,000 euros for justified home buyers in three years.
Minister Jonathan Attard said: “It is really encouraging to observe companies like Finestral that are leading in sustainable building practices. Their commitment to renewable energies, energy-efficient machines and recycling meet our national goals. Active participation in government programs and the elucidation of the public about energy efficiency.
Kenneth Azzopardi Kenneth Azzopardi explained that the SME recently upgraded all machines in its factory on models that consume significantly less electricity and further reduce its CO2 footprint. “Finestral is proud to offer his mission to offer energy-efficient solutions through our PVC openings.
During the visit, the ministers were accompanied by narrow. Abigail Cutajar, the CEO of the Climate Action Authority and Roderick Bonnici, the BCA CEO.