ElectriCities of NC

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

Feature Story

Top Utilities: Power Players For Development

February 20, 2019

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.

Feature Story

Top Utilities: The Power Behind Growth

April 10, 2017

The leading utilities are finding innovative ways to seal the deal on new development projects. They’re also ahead of the curve on low-cost efficiency, smart-grid technology and the conversion to renewables.

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.

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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

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.

Arkansas: Job Creation Is Blossoming In The Natural State

Business Report July 15, 2019

April was a banner month for economic development in Arkansas, with a haul of more than $200 million in investment and more than 900 new 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.

Fujifilm Opens Medical Device, IT Groups HQ In Massachusetts

Corporate Headquarters July 10, 2019

The move to Lexington, MA marks the first time Fujifilm's various healthcare groups—computed tomography, digital radiography, women's health, endoscopy, minimally invasive surgery, and medical IT—will be headquartered in a single location.

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.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

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