Florida Power & Light
Renewable Energy Infrastructure Expanding
Across North America, the grid is gaining green energy resources to support business operations.
Business Facilities Economic Development Organization Awards
Business Facilities' 1st Annual EDO Awards recognize innovative or impactful programs and initiatives aimed at improving the communities they serve.
Business Facilities Names Inaugural Class of 2023: EDO Awards
The Economic Development Organization Awards highlight nascent and established programs and incentives making an impact on community growth.
The Race To Net Zero Energy
Unprecedented transformation in the renewable energy sector is driving economic opportunity and growth.
Renewable Energy: The Power Of Change
In order to meet consumer demand and the long-term goal of net-zero energy emissions by 2050, production of renewables must expand dramatically.
Florida State Focus: Changes And Challenges
From COVID challenges to the road to recovery, not unlike many others, Florida is dealing with new territory in 2021.
Top Utilities: Power Players
Electricity demand in the commercial sector was down by 6 percent while the industrial sector saw a 6.9 percent reduction in 2020 due to the impact of the pandemic on the U.S. economy.
Top Utilities: Power To The People
New electric generating capacity in 2020 will come primarily from wind and solar, with renewables making up 76 percent of the 42 gigawatts that will be added.
Top Utilities: Power Players For Development
Size counts, but when it comes to making our picks for forward-thinking utilities, so do smart grids, renewable energy and a seat at the table when economic development deals are negotiated.
Florida The Friendly
Florida has a skilled workforce ready to fill 21st century jobs. The state produces more than 28,000 STEM-oriented graduates each year and more than 100,000 Floridians work in the aerospace sector.
Top Utilities: Powering Growth
Our Editor’s Choice selections for Top Utilities include the leaders who are upgrading their grids, diversifying their energy sources and doing what it takes to power economic development.
Top Utilities: The Power Behind Growth
The leading utilities are finding innovative ways to seal the deal on new development projects. They’re also ahead of the curve on low-cost efficiency, smart-grid technology and the conversion to renewables.
Florida: A Million Miles For A Million Jobs In The Sunshine State
On a statewide bus tour, Gov. Rick Scott hails Florida’s success creating new jobs, calling for $1 billion in tax cuts and the creation of a $250-million Florida Enterprise Fund.
FPL Announces Pre-Qualified Data Center Site In Miami Area
Location offers reliable, redundant electricity, fiber infrastructure, and competitive rates and meets independent, third-party criteria for operating data centers.
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: Colorado’s Grand Junction – Where Business Meets Adventure
The Grand Junction area is the largest metropolitan area in western Colorado, with the amenities and infrastructure companies need to operate globally. Situated halfway between Denver and Salt Lake City, the Grand Junction area is easily accessible by air, rail, highway, and WiFi.