New funding strengths innovation and digitization in NRW!

New funding strengths innovation and digitization in NRW!

In Austria, the funding for innovation bubbles: As part of the “Digi4wirtschaft” pulse program, comprehensive help for digital transformation will be offered this year. Governor Johanna Mikl-Leitner (ÖVP) underlines that the focus is on data optimization and artificial intelligence (AI). A total of 160 projects can benefit from grants that offer measures such as free workshops and support in digitization strategies. Impressive four million euros are available for 2025, divided between the country and the Chamber of Commerce in Lower Austria (WKNÖ)-a sum that, according to WKNÖ boss Wolfgang Ecker, is intended to be directly received by the entrepreneurs and stimulates further investments, so reported .

At the same time, the innovative strength of the economy is strengthened in North Rhine-Westphalia with an extensive funding program. Through the competition "Research Infrastructures.NRW", 17 promising projects can be supported by a combination of state and EU funds with around 80.7 million euros. The projects presented cover a wide range - from battery research to the development of hydrogen drives. Minister of Economic and Climate Protection Neubaur emphasizes the enormous innovation potential of the region, while Science Minister Ina Brandes emphasizes that ERRE funding enables a seamless transition from smart developments to industry. This shows the strength of the NRW research location, such as Land.nrw reported.

Both countries focus on strengthening the digital and sustainable economy, whereby the short distances between science and industry in both regions should be decisive. During this time, there are a variety of opportunities for companies and research institutions to face the challenges of the future.