Southern Innovation in the Carolinas
Creating Exciting New Workforce Development Strategies for the 21st Century
In the past few years, the Carolinas have become well known for their creative and...
Mississippi Sets its Priorities: Business is Number One
Incentives and initiatives in a supportive business climate—along with an obvious geographic advantage—will prove once again that Mississippi is a business force...
Certified and Ready to Go
There are no national standards for certifying a site. Here is a handy guide to the typical certification process from a firm...
Louisiana to Site Seekers: What Recession?
Louisiana's economy and job creation have been outpacing the nation throughout the past two years. Come see how this Southern state can ...
Maryland Corporate Moves
General Motors To Expand Green Manufacturing In Baltimore
General Motors will produce next-generation, two-mode rear wheel drive motors and related electric drive components at GM...
Race to the Bottom
From the Desk of the Editor in Chief
Several times a year, Business Facilities strives to tell you who is at the top of the...
The Age Of Alternative Energy Arrives
Locations across the country have made alternative energy central to their economic recovery strategies. The clean energy future is here, and the race is on to claim a leadership position in solar, wind, geothermal and biofuel technology and manufacturing.
Ports and FTZs: Gateway to Fair Trade
A variety of incentives enable U.S.-based companies to compete in a global marketplace. Current economic conditions have moved the government to increase...
Workforce Development Programs Transform the Empire State
Governor David Paterson's Excelsior Jobs Program is just one of several new initiatives the state is taking on to increase job growth ...
60 Seconds with Brendan Miller, Green Economy Manager, New Mexico Economic Development Department
Brendan Miller became New Mexico’s first Green Economy Manager in 2008. We asked him to explain his role and the state’s clean-energy strategy. BF: What...
Where to Go When You’re Going Green
Renewable energy resources rapidly are becoming a prerequisite for location decisions. There are many factors to consider in evaluating the green credentials of candidates.
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Florida: Creating a Bright and Innovative Future
Governor Charlie Crist focuses on Florida's unique strengths by creating special incentives for the space industry, biotechnology and other innovation growth sectors. As...
California Corporate Moves
Chevron Unveils Solar Testbed in Bakersfield
Chevron Corp. has unveiled a huge solar energy test facility in California, according to a report in...
Projecting A Green Energy Future
A special report from the Renewable Energy World Conference & Expo North America, in Austin, TX.
The Renewable Energy World Conference & Expo North America,...
Renewable Recovery
From the Desk of the Editor in Chief
The people who make those giant cardboard sunglasses that shield car windshields from the baking summer...
Clarksville, TN Gets BF Silver Award
Business and elected leaders in Clarksville-Montgomery County, TN were presented this week with Business Facilities’ 2009 Economic Development Deal of the Year Silver Award
Projecting a Green Energy Future
The Renewable Energy World Conference & Expo North America brought together top players and industry experts from the exploding green energy sector.
Covering the Ground on Transportation Issues
Don’t let your project get detoured or end up on the wrong development track by ignoring the factors that make transportation a ...
Ohio Corporate Moves
V&M Star Expands in Youngstown
V&M Star is investing $650 million in an expansion of its Youngstown, OH facility that is projected to...
Calling for Growth
Sectors of the call center industry did more than show surprising resilience in the downturn—they actually thrived and added job growth across...
Listen Now: Living And Learning In Lubbock, Texas, With John Osborne, CEO, Lubbock EDA
Lubbock EDA CEO John Osborne discusses business climate and downtown revitalization in the Business Facilities Podcast.
2023 Deals Of The Year
Entries for Deal of the Year awards spanned industries, investment types, and winning strategies. Here are the stories of this year’s picks.
2023 State Of The Year: Opportunity Awaits In Texas
A robust business climate and strategic growth during 2023 earns the Lone Star State this recognition.
[VIDEO] Get More for Your Business in Ardmore. Oklahoma
The ADA owns three industrial parks and several single sites and buildings, giving our organization both the power and incentive to negotiate favorable terms for expanding companies.
Location Spotlight: Charging into the EV Market in Northwest Ohio
With close proximity to Detroit, an extensive transportation network and a trained, educated workforce, the Toledo/Northwest Ohio region has a long successful track record within the automotive industry. Those inherent assets are the same resources which make this region an attractive location for the evolving electric vehicle market.