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Texas Rules In Wind Power, California Still The Sun King

July 25, 2018

Texas continues to rule the roost in Installed Wind Power Capacity while California remains the top-ranked state in Installed Solar Power Capacity, according to Business Facilities' 14th Annual Rankings Report.

Awards & Rankings

2016 State Rankings: CA, TX Repeat As Solar, Wind Power Capacity Kings

August 4, 2016

California maintained its spot as top-ranked state for Installed Solar Power Capacity and Texas kept its crown as king of Installed Wind Power Capacity in Business Facilities' 12th Annual Rankings Report.

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Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Ohio Electric Cooperatives

April 9, 2018

Ohio consistently ranks as one of the top U.S. destinations for new corporate facilities, meaning prime sites are quickly snapped up. Economic development officials and private developers are working cooperatively to ensure the pipeline of immediately-developable sites stays full with diverse location opportunities.

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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

GM Will Invest Another $20M In Arlington, Texas

Automotive June 25, 2019

General Motors Co. is investing an additional $20 million at its Arlington Assembly to upgrade plant conveyors in preparation for the launch of GM’s all-new full-size SUVs.

Mitsubishi Motors Relocating U.S. HQ To Tennessee

Automotive June 25, 2019

Mitsubishi Motors North America will invest $18.25 million to move its U.S. headquarters to Tennessee, bringing 200 jobs to Franklin.

Xtend Healthcare Creating 200 Jobs In Tennessee

Corporate Headquarters June 24, 2019

The Tennessee-based company plans to invest $1.3 million at its headquarters in Hendersonville, where it currently employs 700 workers.

Metalsa Structural Products Investing $6.4M In Virginia

Automotive June 19, 2019

The Mexico-based automotive solutions company will create 25 new jobs with an expansion of its Roanoke manufacturing operations in Botetourt County, VA.

GE Appliances Investing $130M In Georgia

Manufacturing June 21, 2019

GE will expand its operations at three locations throughout the state, creating a total of 300 new jobs.

GM Will Invest Another $20M In Arlington, Texas

Automotive June 25, 2019

General Motors Co. is investing an additional $20 million at its Arlington Assembly to upgrade plant conveyors in preparation for the launch of GM’s all-new full-size SUVs.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

EPA Recognizes 2018 WasteWise Winners June 25, 2019
The 10 winning organizations collectively prevented and diverted over 356,000 tons of waste from entering landfills, saving them over $19.6 million in landfill fees. - Read: EPA Recognizes 2018 WasteWise Winners at FacilityExecutive.com.
PitMaster V Dock Face Sealing System June 25, 2019
The PitMaster V Dock Face Sealing System seals open gaps on the dock face and pit floor in vertical leveler applications, saving energy, improving pit cleanliness, and helping reduce infiltration of weather and contaminants. - Read: PitMaster V Dock Face Sealing System at FacilityExecutive.com.
BOMA International Elects 2019-2020 Officers June 24, 2019
Scott Jones named BOMA International's Chair and Chief Elected Officer as the organization elects its 2019-2020 officers. - Read: BOMA International Elects 2019-2020 Officers at FacilityExecutive.com.

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