Economic Development Corporation of Lea County

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. Economic Development Corporation of Lea County articles below.

State Focus

New Mexico’s Energy Capital

June 5, 2018

Lea County, which produces more oil than 43 U.S. states, is a leading hub for all types of energy—including a $4-billion facility to process uranium from nuclear reactor fuel.

Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Hoosier Energy

December 11, 2017

The Hoosier Energy Power Network’s Economic Development team is dedicated to providing valuable site selection information and assistance to companies considering a relocation or expansion in Indiana or Illinois.

Featured Location Videos

Economic Development

Valdosta-Lowndes County, Georgia: The Perfect Place

April 16, 2019

Valdosta-Lowndes County, Georgia is a vibrant and premier location for business development opportunities. Located midway between Atlanta and Orlando in the heart of South Georgia, Valdosta-Lowndes County is strategically positioned for businesses to access and serve the global economy.

Breaking News

Motus Integrated Technologies Creating 90 New Jobs In Alabama

Automotive July 17, 2019

The interior automotive parts supplier will invest over $15 million and create 90 new jobs at its new manufacturing facility in Gadsden, AL.

TOC Logistics International Creating 87 Jobs In Indiana

Corporate Headquarters July 16, 2019

The global supply chain logistics company is investing more than $1.8 million to expand its Indianapolis headquarters.

Love’s Investing $8.8M In New Tennessee Facility

Logistics & Distribution July 15, 2019

The 200,000-square-foot tire retread and distribution facility in Milan will be largest of its kind for Love’s, and will create up to 80 jobs.

Kroger, Ocado Choose Georgia For High-Tech Customer Fulfillment Center

Logistics & Distribution July 12, 2019

The $55 million investment in Forest Park, GA is expected to create more than 400 new jobs.

Gerhardi Opens First U.S. Plant In Alabama

Automotive July 11, 2019

The German auto supplier invested $41.6 million and will employ up to 235 employees at the Montgomery, AL manufacturing facility.

Amazon Bringing 1,000 New Jobs To Georgia

Logistics & Distribution July 11, 2019

The online retail giant's new 700,000-square-foot fulfillment center in Gwinnett County, GA will be the first of its kind in the state.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

New Solar Charging Kit From Legrand July 17, 2019
The Solar Charging Kit adds USB charging for mobile devices to commercial and hospitality outdoor spaces without the time or hassle of a full construction project. - Read: New Solar Charging Kit From Legrand at FacilityExecutive.com.
NSC Names Verdantix Workplace Safety Research Partner July 17, 2019
The National Safety Council’s “Work To Zero” initiative educates safety professionals about the potential that technology has to eliminate workplace fatalities and serious injuries. - Read: NSC Names Verdantix Workplace Safety Research Partner at FacilityExecutive.com.
Propane Helps Fuel Municipal Groundskeeping July 17, 2019
Video from Propane Education & Research Council captures a "day in the life" for municipal fleets operating propane-powered mowers. - Read: Propane Helps Fuel Municipal Groundskeeping at FacilityExecutive.com.

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