EFFEL: Efficiency improvements by electricity suppliers (Art. 46b EnG)
Switzerland must save 2 TWh through efficiency measures by 2035.
Designated energy utility companies are required to save 1–2% of their reference electricity sales annually through efficiency measures. Utilities compensate companies, organizations, households, and public institutions – and may pass these costs onto electricity prices.
1-2% savings
Designated energy utility companies must save 1–2% of their reference electricity sales per year through efficiency measures.
Compensation allowed
Utilities may compensate efficiency measures and pass these costs onto electricity prices.
All sectors
Companies, organizations, households, public institutions – everyone can benefit.
Our Goal: Making the EFFEL program simple
EEAgentur is a platform currently in development. What you see here is the MVP (Minimum Viable Product). Energieagentur St. Gallen has made it their mission to develop a platform where measures can be submitted with minimal effort, which can then be funded and credited by energy utilities (EVUs).
EFFEL programThree paths to funding
From simple measures to complex projects – we'll find the right funding path for you.
Standardised measures
Your measure is on the SFOE list (e.g. LED, motors)? We verify eligibility and calculate savings potential.
Special projects
Your idea isn't standardised? We support your application, clarify calculation methods and guide you through the process.
Initial consultation
Unsure if your project qualifies? We pre-check exclusion criteria like double funding or existing target agreements.
How it works
Initial review
Briefly describe your planned measure to us.
Assessment
We verify eligibility, calculate savings potential and optimise your project.
Matchmaking
We connect you with the right utility provider seeking exactly these savings.
Implementation
The utility funds your project. We deliver complete documentation.
What we guarantee
Correct documentation
We create complete savings protocols with all required evidence – from feasibility to proper disposal.
Assessment
We verify eligibility, calculate potential savings, and identify possible project optimizations.
Why EEAgentur?
You don't need to be an EFFEL or Art. 46b expert. We are. We make your project authority-ready and find the right funding partner.
Over 15 years of experience in energy efficiency and funding programmes. We know the requirements and what matters.
Everything from one source: from initial review through documentation to successful placement.
Free initial consultation, quick feedback and personal support – we guide you step by step.
Learn more about Energieagentur St. Gallen energieagentur-sg.ch
Learn more about the federal energy efficiency measures: bfe.admin.ch