Gmunden relies on sustainable heating systems - Gillesberger's quality promise!

Gmunden relies on sustainable heating systems - Gillesberger's quality promise!

Gmunden, Österreich - The energy supply in Austria faces major challenges, but there are also bright spots. Johann Gillesberger, who has been working in the energy system industry for over 40 years, leads with his family business Hons in Gmunden in Gmunden, a company that specializes in high -quality, durable heating systems. Hons not only relies on regional added value, but also offers a wide range of environmentally friendly heating solutions, which include wood chips and pellet heating, air heat pumps and photovoltaic systems. "For us, sustainability means delivering the highest quality," emphasizes Gillesberger. In a world in which fossil fuels are becoming increasingly scarce and energy prices are increasing, this approach is more important than ever. Hons products should be built in such a way that they last a generation-and that without mandatory annual maintenance.

But what exactly makes the heating systems of Hons so special? They are not only characterized by their longevity, but also by close cooperation with Austrian manufacturers. The heat pumps and photovoltaic systems come from domestic production, which not only improves ecological balance, but also secures local jobs.
“We not only want to offer our customers good products, but also a comprehensive service concept that includes advice, planning and funding,” explains Gillesberger.

regional added value and its importance

In rural regions such as Gmunden, regional added value plays a crucial role. Thanks to the decentralization of the energy supply, new employment opportunities can arise, which is particularly important for communities. The strategy of building bioenergy villages is considered forward -looking to ensure long -term energy supply and strengthen the purchasing power of the residents, especially in areas with lower income and higher energy requirements. In this context, it becomes clear how important it is to actively use regional energy potential in order to promote the energy transition in rural areas. Not only can the environment be helped, but also the local economy can be stimulated, which makes a real difference for many households.

An example of successful regional added value provides the Ökofen company. In 2024 it installed numerous plants that not only led to reducing CO2 emissions by around 26,000 tons per year, but also to a regional added value of around 94 million euros. The VAT from these systems washed an additional 19.8 million euros to the budget and secured over 26,400 "personal days" with local specialist craftsmen. The heating exchange means not only environmental protection, but also an economic upswing for the region.
These successes impressively show that the switch to ecological heating systems is also an investment in the future of the communities.

In order to realize a climate -neutral future, Austria is faced with the task of exchanging around 600,000 oil heaters by 2040. This is an enormous challenge, but also offers opportunities for domestic installation companies that are strengthened.

Developments in Gmunden and beyond are a strong sign of hope. With companies such as Hons and production facilities that rely on local added value, both ecological and economic goals can be achieved at the same time. The future of energy supply looks promising, and with a good hand, the energy transition can also become a positive drastic experience in Austria.

Further information can be found at tips.at , bioenergiedorf.fnr.de and oekoenergie.cc .