The Innovation Center — ELE Building, a landmark project aimed at strengthening education, science, and technology in the Argentine province of Chaco, was inaugurated in Resistencia, the provincial capital.

Located within the city’s Educational Hub, the new facility will feature laboratories and specialized classrooms for programming, robotics, video game development, and emerging technologies such as 3D printing and drone operation. It will also include conference rooms and teacher-training spaces, and areas dedicated to cross-disciplinary activities. Additionally, the center will house the Undersecretariat of Science and Technology and promote the development of key skills among students at various educational levels.

This initiative is part of the Social Investment Project in Public Education, Science, and Technology — First Phase (loan ARG-50), led by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology and supported by FONPLATA, which aims to improve the quality of the educational system in the Province of Chaco.

Among other actions, the project includes the construction of new educational facilities and the improvement of existing infrastructure in 25 localities, as well as institutional strengthening and the implementation of technological solutions. With a total investment of USD 19 million—of which USD 15 million is financed by FONPLATA—this strategic effort expands access to quality education and strengthens the capabilities of the provincial education system.

The inauguration was led by Governor Leandro Zdero, accompanied by Minister of Education Sofía Naidenoff and Undersecretary of Science and Technology Claudia Pilar. Representing the Bank were Project Specialist Carolina Benítez and Operations Analyst Mariana Uro.

FONPLATA highlighted its collaboration with the Province of Chaco in implementing the project and the expected impact of this investment on the development of local capacities. The initiative reflects the Bank’s commitment to strengthening education, innovation, and inclusion as pillars of sustainable development in the region.

20/03/2026