Würth Austria invests more than five million euros in geothermal project

24. November 2025

At its Austrian site in Böheimkirchen, Lower Austria, Würth aims to reduce CO₂ emissions by 90 percent by 2030. A central pillar in achieving this target is a geothermal plant that has replaced the gas-fired system from the current heating season onwards. During the project, Würth received advisory support from the ABA and financial assistance from federal funding schemes.

“Raus aus Gas” (“out of gas”) is part of WürthWürth () Austria’s long-term sustainability strategy, which encompasses a wide range of decarbonisation measures. Since the commissioning of the geothermal plant at the Böheimkirchen site, the location has become almost completely independent of natural gas.

“The geothermal plant is a central component of our CO₂ reduction plan. Based on 2021 levels, our aim is to reduce direct emissions and indirect emissions from energy consumption by more than 90 percent by 2030,” explains Michael Hempt, Managing Director of Würth Austria.

The project represents an investment of around €5.9 million, of which approximately €500,000 is covered by federal funding. “Close cooperation with the ABA was extremely valuable for us. The expert guidance and support throughout the entire funding process made a significant contribution to ensuring that we could implement our geothermal project efficiently and successfully,” Hempt adds.

The geothermal installation reduces CO₂ emissions by around 300 tonnes per year—equivalent to roughly ten percent of the company’s current carbon footprint. In addition, electricity generated at weekends by the rooftop photovoltaic systems is fed directly into the heat pumps. This strengthens self-sufficiency and reduces dependence on external energy sources.

Würth values development potential, cooperation and employs around 1,000 people

Würth, headquartered in Baden-Württemberg (Germany), specialises in the supply of assembly and fastening materials for professional use. Würth Austria was founded in 1962 as the company’s second international subsidiary, initially based in Vienna. In 1999, the headquarters moved to Böheimkirchen, Lower Austria. Today, Würth employs around 1,000 people in Austria. Its customers include craft businesses and industrial companies, supported by approximately 500 field-service employees.

“Our location offers excellent development prospects: we can expand in the long term and benefit from outstanding cooperation with the municipality and the province. As a major employer in the region, we take our responsibility seriously and are pleased to be able to employ highly qualified staff,” says Managing Director Hempt.