Updated for 2024! An interactive companion to our annual 2024 Site Seekers’ Guide print edition, Business Facilities’ Location Profiles are comprehensive, up-to-date sources of economic development news, contacts, targeted growth sectors, rankings and more for relocating and expanding companies. Tap into unlimited free access to valuable information that will make your site selection and location decisions easier.

California

California is dominating new industries and investing in the future of the world’s most innovative companies. We’re on track to become the world’s 4th largest economy because of the work we’re putting in to support cutting-edge businesses – creating thousands of family-supporting jobs across the state, fostering innovation, and generating new opportunities for thousands of Californians.

California To Generate $15.5B In Investments And 2,100 New Jobs

Funding from the GO-Biz California Competes program will spur development for innovative companies across the state.

Business Facilities Announces 2024 EDO Awards

The publication for site selection professionals recognizes 24 Economic Development Organizations (EDOs) for their innovative programs that are making an impact.

$600M Joint Venture Will Bring First xScale Data Center To U.S.

The first xScale data center in the U.S., known as SV12x, will be located in California's Silicon Valley. Plus, solar microgrid project breaks ground in Northern California tribal community.

FAA Grants Nearly $1B For Building Better Airport Terminals

Under this funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, 114 airports across the U.S, spanning 44 states and three territories will improve service and performance.

2024 Top Utilities

These top utilities play a key role in state and local economic development endeavors, as well as sustainability efforts.

BF Editors’ Blog: A Site To Stand The Test Of Time

Celebrating its 400th anniversary in 2023, cymbal maker Zildjian has a long history in each of its locations. Whether a startup or a long-established operation, a company's location decision impacts both the foundation and the future of the firm.

Workforce Focus: Site Selection & Quality Of Life

Community involvement and access to a rich variety of activities and amenities have climbed the list of factors for site decisions.

Military & Defense Locations: A New Type Of Mission

Economic development leaders share insights on what makes the military and defense industries a boon for communities nationwide.

In California, Innovation Economy Firms Receive $150M In Grants, Tax Credits

Recipients of the state's CalCompetes funding include companies developing and manufacturing electric aircraft, semiconductors, AI, and more.

Lithos Opens Battery System Manufacturing Facility In California

The new Silicon Valley facility will produce at scale next-generation battery systems for a range of end markets that operate in demanding environments.
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