Official CAE program · Spanish IDAE

Insulate your attic from €1 with the IDAE's CAE program

Up to 30% savings on your energy bill. Free technical assessment, no commitment, anywhere in Castile and León. Paperwork handled by our certified technicians.

Program regulated by IDAE
A1 certified materials
Installation in 1 day
Active operator in Castile and León
Technician applying thermal insulation by blowing mineral wool into a residential attic
30%
savings on your energy bill

We work with certified materials from:

State programme

What are Energy Savings Certificates?

The CAE system is a Spanish state programme, managed by IDAE under the Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge, which obliges large energy companies to fund energy renovation works in private homes.

What is it exactly?

  • State programme regulated by Royal Decree 36/2023
  • Managed by IDAE (Ministry for the Ecological Transition)
  • In force and renewed annually since 2014
  • Funds energy efficiency works in private homes

Who funds it?

  • Iberdrola, Endesa, Naturgy, Repsol, TotalEnergies…
  • Large energy companies are legally required to contribute
  • At no cost to taxpayers
  • No income requirements in most cases

Who is eligible?

  • Owners of homes built before 2007
  • Primary or secondary residence
  • Detached house, chalet or flat (with attic access)
  • Anywhere in Spain, priority on Castile and León

Learn more about the CAE programme →

The process

How does it work? Four simple steps

From the first request to the end of the works, we handle everything: all you have to do is welcome us to your home.

Step 1

Request your assessment

Fill in the form in less than 2 minutes, or write to us by email. No commitment required.

Step 2

Free technical visit

A qualified technician visits your home to assess the attic and confirm eligibility.

Step 3

Installation in 1 day

Between 3 and 6 hours of work. Qualified technicians, protected workspace, clean finish.

Step 4

Enjoy the comfort

Receive your installation certificate and watch your bills drop from the very first month.

Subject to prior technical assessment, eligibility criteria, and availability of CAE programme funds.

For homeowners

Why insulate your attic?

30% of a home's heat escapes through a poorly insulated roof. Insulating the attic is the most cost-effective energy efficiency investment.

Up to 30% bill reduction

Immediate reduction in heating and cooling costs from the first month.

Warm winter, cool summer

No more freezing top-floor bedrooms in winter or unbearable heat in August.

Increase property value

An insulated home improves its energy rating and sells or rents faster, at a higher price.

Reduce CO₂ footprint

Up to 1.5 tonnes of CO₂ avoided per year. Contributes to 2050 climate neutrality.

IDAE data

Three numbers that say it all

30%

of household energy is lost through a poorly insulated roof.

€1,500

estimated annual heating savings for a single-family home in Castile and León.

25 years

of comfort after only 1 day of work. Mineral wool retains its properties for decades.

Sources: IDAE, Spanish Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving · Ministry for the Ecological Transition.

Families in Castile and León

Families who have already insulated their home

Each testimonial reflects the real experience of homeowners in Castile and León who have completed our process.

We had been suffering from the cold upstairs for years. In a single day they installed the insulation and the difference is striking. We paid only €1 and the gas bill has clearly dropped.

MJ
María José G.
Valladolid · age 60 · detached house
★★★★★ ✓ Verified

What convinced me was the professionalism. They came, took measurements, explained everything with a written quote. No nasty surprises. I recommend them without hesitation to fellow retirees.

A
Antonio R.
Palencia · age 68 · retired
★★★★★ ✓ Verified

My husband was sceptical about the "€1". But we checked, and it really is an official state programme. We are delighted now, especially in winter: the upstairs bedrooms are finally habitable.

C
Carmen S.
Salamanca · age 54 · teacher
★★★★★ ✓ Verified

A reliable, punctual and tidy team. The whole house feels warmer. And they handled all the paperwork. For a retired farmer like me, that's invaluable.

JL
José Luis F.
León · age 62 · retired farmer
★★★★★ ✓ Verified

In summer the upstairs was like an oven. Since the insulation was fitted, we sleep without air conditioning. A genuine life change for a widow my age living alone.

I
Inmaculada P.
Burgos · age 71 · widow
★★★★★ ✓ Verified

The testimonials shown reflect real experiences from clients in Castile and León. Out of respect for their privacy we use only their initials and no photographs. For verifiable references, contact us by email at info@capitaltalentinvest.es and we will put you in touch with one of them, subject to their consent.

FAQ

Everything you need to know before starting

Is it really legal to pay only €1?+

Yes. The CAE programme is regulated by Royal Decree 36/2023 and managed by IDAE (the Spanish Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving). Large energy companies (Iberdrola, Endesa, Naturgy, Repsol, TotalEnergies…) are legally required to fund energy efficiency works in private homes in order to meet their annual savings quotas.

The symbolic €1 corresponds to the beneficiary's commitment and formalises the operation contractually. There is no hidden cost and no later payment.

Is my home eligible?+

In most cases yes. The main criteria are:

· Home built before 2007.
· Attic, loft or false ceiling that is accessible.
· Applicant is the owner, or authorised by the owner.
· Primary or secondary residence (both qualify).

Final eligibility is confirmed by a free in-home technical assessment with no commitment.

How much will I really save?+

Between 20% and 30% of the annual energy bill according to IDAE data. In Castile and León, where winters are harsh (down to -8°C in some areas), a poorly insulated home can consume up to three times more energy than a properly insulated one.

For a typical 120 m² single-family home, this represents savings of €800 to €1,500 per year on heating, before counting summer cooling savings.

What materials are used?+

A1-classified mineral wool (non-combustible, the best fire-reaction rating) from recognised European manufacturers: URSA PULS'R 47, ISOVER ECOLAINE, Knauf SUPAFIL LOFT.

All materials carry EUROFINS Indoor Air Comfort Gold certification for indoor air quality (no harmful emissions) and the mandatory CE marking. We never use materials of uncertain origin.

How long does installation take?+

Between 3 and 6 hours for most homes, in a single day. Technicians protect the living areas, lay down protective sheeting and leave the work zone clean at the end.

You do not need to leave your home during the intervention: the blown-in technique releases no dust into the living areas and produces no perceptible odour.

Who handles the paperwork?+

Capital Talent Invest handles all administrative work: funding application, technical documentation, validation with the obligated energy company, and issuance of the installation certificate.

The owner signs a single document: the CAE rights assignment (a standard form regulated by IDAE). Nothing more is required.

Is there a risk the CAE programme funds will run out?+

The CAE programme is renewed in multi-year periods (currently 2024-2030) and the funds available are substantial (national target of 8 TWh/year of savings), but limited.

We recommend requesting the assessment as early as possible to secure a slot, especially towards year-end when energy-company annual quotas approach their cap.

What if I'm a tenant, not the owner?+

The CAE programme is addressed to the property owner, who signs the rights assignment.

If you are a tenant, we suggest discussing it with your landlord: the operation costs them virtually nothing (€1), increases the property's value by improving its energy rating, and attracts better tenants over the long term. We can speak with the owner directly if you share their contact details.

Free request

Check eligibility in 2 minutes

We will contact you within 24 business hours to schedule a free in-home technical assessment. No commitment, no cost.

No commitment: the technical assessment remains free even if you decide not to proceed with the works. You leave with a clear diagnosis and a detailed written quote.
Reply within 24 business hours: we respond by email within 24 business hours to schedule a free in-home technical assessment, with no obligation on your part.
Data protected: processing complies with the GDPR and the Spanish LOPDGDD. No transfer to third parties without your explicit consent. Retention limited to 3 years after your last contact.
Independent operator: Capital Talent Invest works with all obligated energy companies (Iberdrola, Endesa, Naturgy, Repsol, TotalEnergies). We choose the one that maximises the value of your file.

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