Spain is currently in the final stretch of negotiations with the European Commission to unlock a massive 25.8 billion euro payment from the EU’s recovery fund. To get this deal across the finish line, the Spanish government has made a specific promise to Brussels: they will pass a new decree regulating data centers before the November 29 elections.
This upcoming regulation is a big deal because it sets stricter standards for these facilities. It covers important areas like energy efficiency, environmental impact, and digital sovereignty. By tying these new rules to such a significant chunk of European funding, Spain is showing just how crucial digital infrastructure has become in the broader plan to modernize the economy and secure vital financial support from the EU.