The European Drive Towards Renewable Energy
The European Union is at the forefront of the global transition towards renewable energy. With ambitious targets set under the European Green Deal, the EU aims to become the first climate-neutral continent by 2050. This drive is supported by various grant funding initiatives, innovative projects, and the integration of advanced technologies. FI Group plays a…
Why funding diversity is essential for startups, SMEs and other businesses to grow
Grants and financial instruments Grants are defined as a type of funding typically available to beneficiaries after successfully submitting an application related to a “call for proposals” managed by the EU, national or regional authorities. Grants can take various forms, e.g. as a reimbursement of eligible costs, of unit costs, as lump sums, flat-rate…
Global R&D Tax Markets
Research and development plays a fundamental role in the advancement of science, technology and innovation. Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) countries recognize the importance of encouraging investment in R&D to boost economic growth and improve competitiveness. In this sense, many countries have implemented a series of tax incentives to promote investment in R&D.…
The Voice of the Experts: The Value of Grants
Innovation and technological development lie at the core of FI Group’s DNA, filtering down through every member of the group. These elements are deemed indispensable for fostering growth and bolstering the competitiveness of any country. This stemmed from the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic. Where both national and international policies strategically pivoted towards promoting investment…