Site Readiness Fund

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

Snapshots

Snapshots: 60 Seconds With James Chavez, South Carolina Power Team

July 8, 2019

James Chavez, President and Chief Executive Officer, South Carolina Power Team, discusses recent economic development successes, the Site Readiness Fund, workforce development and foreign investment.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Connecticut Governor’s Report: Leading From The Front

Governor's Report August 16, 2021

Connecticut succeeded in mitigating the impact of the coronavirus pandemic by aggressively testing people in the early stage of the outbreak, avoiding the massive casualty levels in neighboring states.

Wilson County, Tennessee: Rising To The Challenge With Resilience

State Focus July 16, 2021

They call it "Wilson Strong:" devastated by a pandemic and a tornado, this Tennessee community met the challenge and kept its dreams intact.

Business Facilities Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Spotsylvania County, Virginia

December 4, 2020

Spotsylvania, Virginia is a highly sought after location for businesses due it's strategic location in the mid-atlantic region. With Interstate 95 carrying thousands of people through the county everyday, Spotsylvania has quickly become a hub of economic activity.

Business Facilities Featured Location Videos

South Carolina

Camp Hall – A Next Generation Commerce Park in South Carolina

August 1, 2021

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.

Breaking News

CTDI Plans $19 Million Capital Investment In Indiana

Logistics & Distribution September 22, 2021

Communications Test Design, Inc.'s Jeffersonville, IN expansion will create 1,000 jobs over the next five years.

Carvana To Build Inspection, Reconditioning Center In Oklahoma

Automotive September 22, 2021

Carvana will invest $40 million in the new Oklahoma City Inspection and Reconditioning Center (IRC); upwards of 350 jobs will be created.

Hanon Systems, Huntsman Grow In Hungary

International September 22, 2021

Hanon Systems employs more than 300 workers in Pecs; Hunstman is adding 12 to its workforce of 131 in Pétfürdő.

M.C. Dean Celebrates Opening of $25.1M Virginia Expansion

Advanced Manufacturing September 17, 2021

Expansion of the ModularMEP™ manufacturing and systems integration facility will result in 150 new jobs in Caroline County, VA.

Canada’s Li-Cycle Plans EV Battery Recycling Facility In Alabama

Automotive September 15, 2021

Tuscaloosa facility will allow Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. to meet growing demand for lithium-ion battery recycling.

Bluebonnet Nutrition Creating 200 New Jobs In Texas

Manufacturing September 20, 2021

Bluebonnet is investing $18 million in its third Sugar Land location, while SAF celebrates its new 60,000 SF facility in Temple.

Facility Management

Facility Executive Magazine – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Online Portal for Electrical Contractors September 22, 2021
Contractor Connect is a one-stop online platform specifically designed to make the lives of busy electrical contractors easier and to help them stay productive. The post Online Portal for Electrical Contractors appeared first on Facility Executive Magazine - Creating Intelligent Buildings.
Smart Lighting Offers Facilities A Data Network To Support Health, Energy Savings September 21, 2021
New research explores how sensor-based luminaire level lighting controls (LLLC) provide facility managers insight beyond energy management goals. The post Smart Lighting Offers Facilities A Data Network To Support Health, Energy Savings appeared first on Facility Executive Magazine - Creating Intelligent Buildings.
OSHA Seeks Input On Whistleblower Protection Program September 21, 2021
The U.S. Department of Labor will hold a virtual meeting to solicit public input on OSHA’s Whistleblower Protection Program. The post OSHA Seeks Input On Whistleblower Protection Program appeared first on Facility Executive Magazine - Creating Intelligent Buildings.