Wisconsin
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Generac Investing $53M In Wisconsin Expansion
Energy technology solutions company Generac will create more than 700 manufacturing and office jobs throughout Wisconsin.
Five Manufacturers Picked To Validate Innovative Technologies
The U.S. Department of Energy's manufacturing partners will conduct Industrial Technology Validation (ITV) projects to speed adoption of clean energy technologies.
15 Cities, Counties Picked For LEED Government Leadership Program
Local Government Leadership Program uses the LEED for Cities rating system to reduce climate change, advance resilience and social equity .
Biotech: Prosperous Partnerships
From supplements to skincare, it may be surprising to learn that biotech companies are routinely being sought after to help resolve issues such as taste and sustainability.
ND Packaging Investing $45.5M In Wisconsin
The company will create up to 40 jobs at a 350,000-square-foot corrugated box manufacturing facility in Racine County, WI.
20 Communities To Address Climate Change, Resilience, Social Equity
The U.S. Green Building Council is expanding its LEED for Cities and Communities program with a new $500,000 grant from Bank of America.
Milwaukee Tool Expanding In Wisconsin
The company will invest nearly $26 million to build manufacturing plant in West Bend, WI.
Michigan’s Fiat Chrysler Expansion Is BF’s Deal Of The Year
Michigan Economic Development Corp. has been awarded BF’s 2019 Deal of the Year Gold Award for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles' (FCA) expansion
EPA Grants 26 Organizations $5.1M In Environmental Job Training Grants
The environmental workforce and job training grants will help transform economically disadvantaged communities across the U.S.
Shovel-Ready Sites: Ready To Hit The Ground Running
Precertified sites—also known as shovel-ready sites—speed up the development cycle for projects by cutting the red tape and lining up key approvals in advance of the site selection process.
Atlanta, San Antonio, Phoenix Lead In Economic Growth Potential
Atlanta, San Antonio and Phoenix are the top-ranked large metros for Economic Growth Potential in Business Facilities' 15th Annual Rankings Report.
Sub-Zero Group Investing $70M In Wisconsin Expansion
The premium appliance manufacturer will create 100 jobs as it adds a 350,000-square-foot R&D facility in Fitchburg.
STEM Leaders: Moving To The Head Of The Class
The battle for America’s future as a global technology leader is being waged in locations that have initiated innovative programs to increase the number of graduates with STEM skills.
Generac Power Systems Opens Wisconsin Distribution Center
The new 490,000-square-foot Janesville, WI distribution center will employ 80 people, and help expand the company's shipping capabilities.
Madison, WI Takes Quality Of Life Crown
Madison, WI lands the top spot for Quality of Life, Orlando leads in Job Growth in Business Facilities' 14th Annual Rankings Report.
Business Facilities’ 2018 Metro Rankings Report
Business Facilities' 2018 Metro Rankings Report takes a look at the hot topics in economic development on the city level, including solar energy, job growth, economic growth potential, diversity, and more.
Workforce Development Training & Talent Acquisition
Workforce training is still job one for locations vying to compete for high-tech projects, but talent acquisition—a.k.a. recruiting—now is a critical component for success.
J.W. Speaker Creating 100 Jobs In Wisconsin
The lighting manufacturer is investing $46 million in the expansion of its Germantown, WI operations.
STEM Leaders
Locations across the country are racing to make sure their higher ed resources are producing stem-skilled graduates. Here are our picks for the top tier of the leaderboard.
Banker Wire Expanding Wisconsin Manufacturing Operations
The wire mesh manufacturer’s new facility in Mukwonago, WI will provide expanded production capacity and manufacturing efficiencies.
Gulfstream Expansion Creating 200 Jobs In Wisconsin
The new $40 million service center at Wisconsin’s Appleton International Airport will create approximately 200 jobs, and add maintenance capacity.
January / February 2018 Issue (Volume 51, Number 1)
The January / February 2018 Issue features the State of the Year and Deal of the Year winners, an exclusive interview with Arkansas’ governor, plus a look at utilities, automotive, food processing, and aerospace & defense.
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Camp Hall – A Next Generation Commerce Park in South Carolina
Camp Hall is a first-of-its-kind, master-planned industrial work space located in Charleston, S.C. As a convergence of people, place and programming, Camp Hall delivers thoughtful infrastructure and logistical features that empower people — and business — to thrive.