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Four Intel Projects Targeted For $8.5B CHIPS And Science Act Funds
U.S. Department of Commerce has proposed up to $8.5 billion in direct funding through the CHIPS and Science Act to advance Intel’s commercial semiconductor projects in Arizona, New Mexico, Ohio and Oregon.
Data Centers Grow Despite Fears Of ‘Complete Halt’
Northern Virginia and Portland, OR tied at No. 1 as top data center regions in North America, according to a Cushman & Wakefield report.
$90M CHIPS Act Funding To Spur Microchip Expansion In Colorado
The semiconductor maker expects to create 400 jobs at its existing site in Colorado with the funding, as well as to grow operations at an Oregon site.
Business Facilities Top 10: Most-Read Articles Of 2023
Business Facilities editors reflect on the most-read articles of 2023, ranging from large development announcements to annual awards.
Which States Are Best For Veterans To Succeed In Business?
Just in time for Veterans Day, find out how each state ranked on Lendio's study of the best states for veterans to succeed in business.
Global Seed Company DLF Celebrates New Oregon Facility
DLF, a global seed company, recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its 140,000-square-foot facility in Albany, Oregon.
World’s First Humanoid Robot Factory Being Built In Oregon
Under construction in Salem, Oregon, Agility Robotics’ RoboFab will produce the human-centric, multi-purpose robot “Digit” at scale.
ADI Invests $1B In Oregon Semiconductor Facility Expansion
Analog Devices Inc.'s investment expands cleanroom space and manufacturing capacity at the company's semiconductor wafer fab in Beaverton, OR.
Washington, Michigan, Massachusetts, California, Texas Are #1 In Key Industries
Business Facilities Annual State Rankings highlight high-growth sectors, including Aerospace/Defense, Automotive, Life Sciences, Semiconductors, and Film & Television.
Snake River EDA Values Partnerships
Snake River Economic Development Alliance Executive Director Kristen Nieskens discusses ways this regional group is building businesses in western Idaho and eastern Oregon.
National Science Foundation Awards $1M To First-Ever NSF Regional Innovation Engines
The National Science Foundation will provide the award to 44 unique teams spanning universities, nonprofits, businesses, and others towards creating local innovation ecosystems.
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.
Why… Oregon?
Business Oregon leaders discuss how the state's post-pandemic economic rebound is fueled by manufacturing, services, and wholesale trade.
U.S. EDA Announces 21 Build Back Better Regional Challenge Winners
A marquee initiative of EDA’s American Rescue Plan, this program awards between $25 and $65 million to rebuild regional economies across the nation.
Good Jobs Challenge Awards 32 Entities Grant Money
Part of the American Rescue Plan, the program through the U.S. EDA focuses on assisting innovations in workforce development.
Texas, Michigan, California Top Industry Rankings
Texas, Michigan, California have each nabbed top industry rankings in Business Facilities' 18th Annual Rankings Report.
Apple To Invest $430B Across U.S. Over Next Five Years
Apple will build a new $1B North Carolina campus, and make job-creating investments in advanced manufacturing and clean energy throughout the country.
California Tops 2020 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard
Massachusetts, Vermont, Rhode Island, New York round out top 5 states for energy efficiency, Nevada is most improved in annual ACEEE report.
Edwards Vacuum Building High-Tech Innovation Center In Oregon
The new center is strategically located in Hillsboro, OR, close to key semiconductor customer sites for enhanced technology collaboration and development.
U.S., Canada Home To Nearly 500 Zero Energy Buildings
California is by far the front-runner in zero energy building activity, with Oregon boasting the second largest count, according to the New Buildings Institute.