Cantonal context
Jura and the energy transition
Jura is a rural canton with strong residential and agricultural solar potential. Its Buildings Programme, combined with the cantonal Renewable Energy Fund, covers heat pumps, insulation and solar thermal. For photovoltaics, the federal Pronovo One-Time Remuneration applies. Agricultural projects additionally benefit from extra federal support.
Photovoltaics (PV). The canton of Jura does not pay a dedicated cantonal subsidy for residential photovoltaics. The main subsidy is the federal Pronovo One-Time Remuneration, guaranteed. Farms additionally benefit from extra federal support.
Flagship cantonal programme. Jura Buildings Programme + cantonal Renewable Energy Fund. Covers : Heat pumps, insulation, windows, solar thermal — not photovoltaics. Heat pumps CHF 3 500 – 9 000, insulation CHF 25 – 75 / m². Application to be filed before the works begin — annual budget.
When to apply? For heat pumps and insulation, file the application before work begins. Welcoming canton with fast processing. Pronovo PV: application after commissioning.
Municipal bonus. Several municipalities in the canton — notably Delémont, Porrentruy, Saignelégier, Les Breuleux — may offer flat-rate top-ups of CHF 500 to 3,000 on one or another component (PV, heat pump or insulation). We check your municipality before issuing the quote.
Frequently asked questions
Subsidies in Jura — what our clients ask
What is the solar (PV) subsidy in Jura in 2026?
For residential photovoltaics in Jura, the support is Federal Pronovo (CHF 350 – 700 / kWp). The canton of Jura does not pay a dedicated cantonal subsidy for residential photovoltaics. The main subsidy is the federal Pronovo One-Time Remuneration, guaranteed. Farms additionally benefit from extra federal support. For a typical 8 kWp installation, the Pronovo one-off remuneration represents approximately CHF 2,800 to 5,600, to which any applicable municipal or cantonal bonuses are added.
What does the Jura Buildings Programme + cantonal Renewable Energy Fund programme cover for my project?
The cantonal Buildings Programme covers: Heat pumps, insulation, windows, solar thermal — not photovoltaics. It is open to owners of primary and secondary residences in Jura, for new installations as well as replacements. A few exceptions exist (complex co-ownerships, protected zones). For photovoltaics, it is the federal Pronovo one-off remuneration that applies. Abelarti checks your eligibility for each component during the study.
When should I submit my application in Jura?
For heat pumps and insulation, file the application before work begins. Welcoming canton with fast processing. Pronovo PV: application after commissioning. Submitting at the start of the year (January-March) maximises your chances of getting it validated before the cantonal budget runs out.
Can I also benefit from a municipal bonus?
Several municipalities in the canton offer additional energy bonuses, notably Delémont, Porrentruy, Saignelégier, Les Breuleux. The amounts range from CHF 500 to 3,000. Abelarti checks your specific municipality and includes the bonus in the quote estimate.
How long between my application and the payment?
Typical cantonal validation: 4 to 10 weeks. After installation, payment follows 2-4 months later. The federal Pronovo subsidy arrives 3-6 months after commissioning. In total, 6 to 12 months between submission and the final payment — Abelarti manages these deadlines.
Are the subsidies the same for a second home?
It depends on the canton. Valais and Jura are generally more favourable; Geneva is more restrictive. For Jura, we confirm your eligibility during the study.
What happens if my cantonal application (heat pump or insulation) is refused?
Rare but possible (budget exhausted, building not eligible). For photovoltaics, this risk does not apply: the federal Pronovo one-off remuneration is guaranteed with no budget cap for any compliant installation. For the heat pump or insulation, we help you reapply in the next cycle or explore alternatives (energy-related tax deductions, municipal bonuses).
Is the storage battery subsidised in Jura?
Le canton de Jura ne propose pas de subvention dédiée à la batterie de stockage résidentielle. Neuchâtel est le seul canton romand à le faire. Pour les autres cantons, l'aide passe via le projet photovoltaïque global (Rétribution Unique Pronovo sur l'installation PV).
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