Large EU investments in local projects
In North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), innovation activity is experiencing a significant upswing, supported by funding from the state and the EU. Within the framework of the "Research Infrastructures.NRW" competition, 17 innovative projects were selected in the first round of submissions, all pursuing the common goal of strengthening the region's economic and research capacity and advancing the ecological transformation.
The competition, an initiative of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Protection and Energy in cooperation with other ministries, reflects the commitment of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia to strengthening its research infrastructure and making a substantial contribution to a sustainable and resource-efficient economy. The selected projects cover a broad spectrum of topics, including battery research, hydrogen propulsion, digitalization in energy production, and the recovery of valuable materials.
With total funding of approximately €80.7 million from the ERDF/JTF program NRW 2021-2027, the state government is demonstrating its commitment to supporting innovation in various sectors. The projects are intended not only to achieve scientific progress but also to have a direct positive impact on the local economy and labor market.
This initiative marks an important step for North Rhine-Westphalia to consolidate and further expand its position as a strong innovator in Germany and Europe.
Source: Wirtschaft.NRW
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