W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research articles below.

The Editor's Blog

Bearing of the Green

March 17, 2017

A new study reignites the never-ending debate on the value of economic development incentives.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Michigan Governor’s Report: Standing Tall At The Crossroads Of Calamity

Governor's Report April 13, 2021

When a foreign pandemic invaded Michigan a year ago—and a virulent domestic pathogen threatened to topple the state government—Governor Gretchen Whitmer stood her ground.

Life Sciences Hubs: Good Genes, GREAT Growth

Industry Focus April 12, 2021

Billions in private equity and public funding are flowing into the life sciences sector, which is front and center in the battle against the pandemic.

Business Facilities Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Topeka, Kansas

February 12, 2018

With three top universities in the area and connectivity via major interstates, Topeka, Kansas is rich with opportunity. Visit the GO Topeka Economic Partnership to learn more.

Business Facilities Featured Location Videos

Texas

BF Location Video: REDI East Texas Logistics Center

March 11, 2021

AR-TX REDI, Texarkana’s regional economic development organization, is home to the REDI East Texas Logistics Center. The 850-acre site is publicly owned and controlled by AR-TX REDI, offering short development timelines with no risk. Learn more.

Breaking News

Abzena To Create 325 Jobs In North Carolina

Biotech & Pharma April 14, 2021

Life sciences contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) Abzena will invest $213 million to establish a new manufacturing operation in Sanford, NC.

LG Electronics Investing Additional $20.5M In Tennessee

Advanced Manufacturing April 14, 2021

Home appliance manufacturer LG Electronics will add another shift, creating 334 jobs and bringing total employment at its Clarksville, TN operations to about 1,000.

Michigan Governor’s Report: Standing Tall At The Crossroads Of Calamity

Governor's Report April 13, 2021

When a foreign pandemic invaded Michigan a year ago—and a virulent domestic pathogen threatened to topple the state government—Governor Gretchen Whitmer stood her ground.

Carter Wind Turbines Creating 300 Jobs In Oklahoma

Capital Investment April 13, 2021

Carter Wind Energy will invest $10 million to establish its new wind energy company in Lawton Fort-Sill, OK.

Abzena To Create 325 Jobs In North Carolina

Biotech & Pharma April 14, 2021

Life sciences contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) Abzena will invest $213 million to establish a new manufacturing operation in Sanford, NC.

STS Group AG To Establish First U.S. Location In Virginia

Automotive April 12, 2021

German auto parts manufacturer STS Group AG will create 120 jobs and invest $39 million in its new manufacturing facility in Wythe County, VA.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

RGB Spectrum Zio Media Server April 14, 2021
The Zio Media Server fully integrated system simultaneously records stores, and distributes streams of high resolution, real-time imagery using the H.264 compression standard. - Read: RGB Spectrum Zio Media Server at FacilityExecutive.com.
EPA Honors 206 2021 ENERGY STAR Award Winners April 13, 2021
This year, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is recognizing Samsung Electronics with a rare ENERGY STAR Corporate Commitment Award. - Read: EPA Honors 206 2021 ENERGY STAR Award Winners at FacilityExecutive.com.
WalkingPod Mesh, Portable Bug Screen Protection April 13, 2021
Under the Weather's newest product protects outdoor workers from a variety of insects and pests, including cicadas and mosquitos. - Read: WalkingPod Mesh, Portable Bug Screen Protection at FacilityExecutive.com.