Business Facilities’ 2021 Metro Rankings Report
Millennials are migrating into Connecticut from New York City and Boston in droves, making Greater Hartford, CT the top-ranked Millennial Magnet in Business Facilities' 2021 Metro Rankings Report.
EV Manufacturer Picks Tulsa For First Mega Microfactory
Electric vehicle (EV) maker Canoo will build its first mega microfactory on a 400-acre site at the MidAmerica Industrial Park, where it will create over 2,000 jobs.
New York: Where Steel Turns Into Sugar
The historic Bethlehem Steel mill in Lackawanna, New York, built in the 19th Century, will be converted into a $19-million sugar refinery.
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.
Business Facilities’ 2020 Metro And Global Rankings Reports
Business Facilities' 2020 Metro Rankings Report takes a look at hot topics in economic development on the city and global level, including logistics, startup ecosystems, job growth, cost of living, and more.
Taking High-Tech To New Heights In Arizona
In Arizona, advanced manufacturing is busy integrating new technologies into products and processes, transforming industries, outputs and the workforce they require to succeed in today’s global market.
Michigan Strategic Fund Projects Will Create More Than 740 Jobs
Business expansions, community revitalization projects will spur economic growth and extend Michigan’s leadership in automotive manufacturing and future mobility solutions.
Tennessee’s Property Evaluation Program Gets Bigger
Fifty counties in the Volunteer State have participated in the Select Tennessee Property Evaluation Program since its inception in 2015.
Southern Indiana: America’s New Premier Development Site
River Ridge Commerce Center, located on 6,000 acres along the Ohio River, has become a prime destination for advanced manufacturing and distribution leaders.
Tennessee Awards Nine New Site Development Grants
The grants, totaling more than $1.3 million, will help communities prepare industrial sites for economic development projects and achieve Select Tennessee site certification.
Arkansas: Creating Competitive Communities
A new Competitive Communities Initiative in Arkansas aims to make locations across the state even more attractive for new and expanding businesses.
How An Iowa Location Can Improve The Bottom Line
The Iowa Certified Site program streamlines the site selection process and offers multiple options, including a green business park, industrial sites and parks, and mega sites.
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.
The Carolinas: No Boundary To Growth
North and South Carolina recently adjusted the 334-mile border between them, but the growth potential of both states has no boundary.
Arizona: Billion Dollar Boom
The Grand Canyon State has seen its share of grand investments in 2018 with two companies that are revolutionizing their industries.
“We Build It Better.” | Virginia’s Industrial Advancement Alliance
In a thriving region with industry-leading credentialing programs, a world-class engineering institute, Class A rail line, superior interstate access, and prospering internationally recognized companies like ABB, General Dynamics, and Mohawk Industries, we simply build it better!
A Blueprint For Success In Rural Colorado
At least 17 communities across Colorado will be involved in initiatives that include branding, coworking, film production, outdoor recreation and tourism promotion.
Iowa: Moving To The Top Of The Class
Iowa is aiming to add 120,000 residents with postsecondary degrees to its workforce by 2025.
Advanced Manufacturing: Manufacturing Gets Smarter, Faster
Smart sensors and digital process controls are poised to exponentially improve the efficiency of U.S. advanced manufacturing.
Innovation Is Thriving In Arizona
The Grand Canyon State has a robust ecosystem that attracts early-stage entrepreneurs and tech-savvy talent to a wide range of growth sectors.