Firing control

In accordance with Art. 14 Para. 1 LRV, oil and gas firing systems over 1,000 kW are inspected annually by the combustion inspectors in accordance with Art. 70 of the Environmental Protection Act.

Oil and gas-fired installations over 1,000 kW are tested annually by the Office of Environment or a measuring institute commissioned in accordance with Art. 13 Para. 1 in accordance with Art. 14 Para. 2 LRV

At present, furnaces powered by untreated wood up to 70 kW are only inspected as part of chimney sweeping work. Regular emission measurement for wood-fired boilers is currently being introduced.

Wood-fired furnaces over 70 kW and residual wood furnaces are inspected every 3 years by the Office of Environment or a measuring institute commissioned in accordance with Art. 13 Para. 1 in accordance with Art. 14 Para. 2 LRV

The controls and measurements are carried out in accordance with the enforcement recommendations of the Swiss Federal Office for the Environment FOEN

In order to avoid excessive emissions in the vicinity of combustion plants, the chimneys belonging to the combustion plant must comply with the chimney recommendations of the FOEN.

The Subdivison Energy of the Principality of Liechtenstein provides information on its website energy bundle about subsidies for energy-efficient construction and renovations.

Smouldering wood fires don't have to be. With the right firing method, namely firing from above, fine dust emissions can be significantly reduced. The environment, your health and your neighbors will thank you for it.

The homepage fairFEUERN of the cantons of Eastern Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein explains how the method works in detail. The Office of Environment and the chimney sweeps will be happy to answer any questions.