EIA: Energy Investment Deduction for entrepreneurs
The EIA offers entrepreneurs 40% extra deduction on energy-saving investments. With a budget of €460 million in 2026, this is a powerful scheme to save on taxes.
What is the EIA?
The Energy Investment Deduction (EIA) stimulates entrepreneurs to invest in energy-saving techniques. You can deduct an extra 40% of the investment from taxable profit, on top of regular depreciation. In 2026 the focus is on techniques with the greatest energy savings.
Who is the EIA for?
- Entrepreneurs investing in energy savings
- Self-employed with energy-saving assets
- SMEs wanting to become more sustainable
- Companies making qualifying investments
Conditions
- Investment on the RVO Energy List
- Minimum €2,500 per asset
- Apply within 3 months of order confirmation
- Asset must be new (not previously used)
- Limited budget: first come, first served
How much EIA deduction do you get?
- 40% of investment amount extra deductible
- Effective tax benefit: approx. 10-15% of investment
- 2026 budget: €460 million
- Minimum investment: €2,500 per asset
- Combinable with KIA and regular depreciation
How to apply for the EIA?
Check the Energy List
Verify your investment is on the RVO Energy List.
Make the investment
Place the order for the energy-saving investment.
Report to RVO
We report the investment within 3 months of order confirmation.
Process in tax return
The 40% extra deduction is processed in your tax return.
How does Zandwijken help with the EIA?
We check if your investment qualifies, submit the report timely at RVO, and process the EIA deduction in your tax return.