Innovation Clusters
Connecticut's Innovation Clusters Program funds the development of physical spaces to advance next-generation technologies in key industries such as AI, biotech, fintech, and advanced manufacturing.
Funder: Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100 million total over 5 years; award sizes and durations vary by project.
Summary: Supports projects that create or enhance physical spaces for advanced technologies in Connecticut’s key industries.
Description
The Innovation Clusters Program is designed to accelerate the growth of Connecticut's leading innovative industries by supporting projects that develop or enhance physical spaces for next-generation technologies. The initiative leverages both private and public investments to foster environments where advancements in areas such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, biotechnology, financial technology, insurance technology, and advanced manufacturing can thrive. The goal is to position Connecticut as a national leader in innovation by enabling the application and commercialization of cutting-edge technologies.
