# Ivace+i innovation and R&D funding in Spain > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ivacei-innovation-and-rd-funding-in-spain > Updated: 2026-10-17T15:00:00.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2. The Valencian Institute for Competitiveness and Innovation (Ivace+i) has released significant funding to support technological modernization and research and development (R&D) in Spain. Initially, Ivace+i approved €17.3 million for 28 innovation projects, focusing heavily on digital transformation and the modernization of the productive fabric. A substantial portion of these funds was directed toward digital technologies, with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) receiving approximately 60% of the support. Additionally, the €5.7 million DATIA project was launched to improve the energy efficiency and environmental footprint of data centers using artificial intelligence and eco-design. Subsequently, Ivace+i awarded 11.1 million euros in non-repayable subsidies to 46 corporate R&D projects within the Valencian Community. Co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund, these grants also primarily benefited SMEs, which accounted for roughly 60% of the projects. The scope of this funding expanded to include health, advanced industry, circular economy, and infrastructure, with circular economy initiatives representing nearly 30% of the thematic distribution. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-17: Ivace+i awards 11.1 million euros for R&D projects in Valencia Ivace+i has awarded 11.1 million euros to 46 R&D projects in the Valencian Community, focusing on circular economy, health, and advanced industry, with SMEs receiving 60% of the funding. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ivacei-awards-111-million-euros-for-rd-projects-in-valencia ### 2026-10-11: Spain allocates funds for innovation projects and data center energy efficiency Ivace+i is mobilizing €17.3 million for 28 innovation projects in Spain, while the €5.7 million DATIA project aims to improve data center energy efficiency and sustainability. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spain-allocates-funds-for-innovation-projects-and-data-center-energy-efficiency --- Cite as: Ivace+i innovation and R&D funding in Spain. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/ivacei-innovation-and-rd-funding-in-spain