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Business, Civic Leaders Build On Illinois’ Momentum
Incentives, ‘leading infrastructure,’ and a skilled workforce contribute to the influx of companies making moves in the Land of Lincoln.
BF Editors’ Blog: 2024 Solar Eclipse Economic Impact & Where To Watch
From the economic impact to opportunities to travel with family and friends to maximize the experience, anticipation is going strong across North America.
Digital Adaption Key To Manufacturing Industry
Embracing new technologies will be an important avenue as growth is projected to continue in the manufacturing industry.
DOE Announces $6B For 33 Projects To Explore Cutting Industrial Emissions
Part of the Industrial Demonstrations Program, managed by DOE’s Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED), funding will drive toward technologies to decarbonize energy-intensive industries in the U.S.
New York, Illinois, Massachusetts Lead 2023 Top 10 States For Green Building
For the first time ever, New York has earned the top spot on the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) annual list of Top 10 States for LEED.
Mars Plans $237M Nature’s Bakery Facility In Utah
The new cutting-edge facility, which will create more than 190 jobs in Salt Lake City, Utah, will be fully operational in July 2025.
Aviation & Airports: Reaching New Heights
From sustainability to flight technology, advancements in aviation are impacting site selection both inside and outside of the industry.
Illinois Looks To Double Down On Development
Illinois is doubling down on business attraction and retention efforts to support economic development in every corner of the state.
United Alloy Plans Permanent Location In Quincy, IL
United Alloy plans to construct a permanent manufacturing facility in Quincy, Illinois. The project will create at least 100 jobs.
Logistics Industry Locations: Bold Moves
Locations that foster logistics success benefit companies seeking to reach customers in record time with quality service.
Illinois Lands First Commercial-Scale Cultivated Meat Production Plant
UPSIDE Foods, the first cultivated meat company to receive FDA approval, will invest $141 million in its Glenview, Illinois facility.
EV-Battery Factory To Invest $2B In Kankakee County, IL
Gotioan, a Chinese-based manufacturer, will invest $2 billion in Illinois, bringing 2,600 jobs to Kankakee County.
Soybean Processing Plant Expansion A $250M+ Investment For Illinois County
A 170,000-square-foot expansion of a soybean processing plant will create 40 new jobs in Gilman, Illinois, while retaining 200.
In Illinois, Manufacturing Investments Grow Clean Energy
With Illinois' goal of achieving zero-emissions by 2045, clean energy manufacturers have an increasingly critical role in energy transition efforts.
The Best Things In Life Are Nearby
Outdoor activities, cultural amenities, and more attract business leaders and employees.
Standing Strong In Illinois
From the city of big shoulders and across the Land of Lincoln, the state of Illinois’ broad business support shows.
Funding, Innovation Drive Life Sciences Success
Rapid growth and expanding boundaries propel location searches for companies in the life sciences industry at the forefront.
CBRE Reports Top 10 North American Data Center Markets
The North American Data Center Trends Report looked at second half 2022 for most active markets in terms of net absorption.
Studio Breaks Ground For $100M Media Campus In Chicago
Regal Mile Studios will build a 380,000-square-foot, seven-acre enclosed media campus and sound stage development in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood.
Top Utilities 2023: Powering Business
Utilities help keep economies growing: These Top Utilities of 2023 provide energy and play a vital role in the site selection process.
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.