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Business Report: Illinois Leaders Form Non-Profit to Spur Job Creation

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By Jonathan Sanders From the March/April 2016 Issue. We have among the best assets in the world, including unparalleled access to global markets with our five international airports, seven Class I railroads, the third largest interstate highway system in the country, the third largest intermodal port in the world, and more.

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Global Growth Surge in Southwest Louisiana

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billion ethane cracker complex on the same 250 acres the MEG and headquarters office will be located. Working with our partners in the Louisiana governor’s office and Louisiana Economic Development, we’ve been able to get the attention of some of the world’s best companies. The port is located about 12 miles south of the 4-lane.

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A Blueprint For Success In Rural Colorado

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Stephanie Copeland, executive director of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, announced the latest initiatives. In 2016, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade led 27 initiatives during the first round of the Blueprint 2.0 initiatives. Interstate 70 and U.S.

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Seven Projects Land Deal of the Year Honorable Mentions

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By the BF Staff From the January/February 2016 Issue. Kaiser Permanente (KP) is a leading integrated healthcare provider operating 600 medical offices and 38 hospitals in 8 states. million grant to defray costs of computer supplies, office equipment and hiring. Georgia’s economic development team provided a $1.2

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LOCATION FOCUS: California Dreamin’ – A Rebound Fueled By New Energy

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Since data centers can require up to 50 times more power than office space, SMUD’s team worked closely with Micron to optimize energy efficiency in its new 44,000 square- foot facility, resulting in a 15 percent energy consumption reduction and a $150,000 incentive.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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Businesses that request CAPCO investment funding must meet certain criteria and requirements set by the Alabama Development Office. As part of the More Alaska Production Act passed in 2013, for the North Slope only, this credit will increase to 45% on January 1, 2014, and the credit will change to 35% beginning January 1, 2016.

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COVER STORY: Shovel Ready Sites Are Growing From The Ground Up

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Additional construction will continue into 2016 and the plant is anticipated to begin commercial production in 2018. said Geoff Schomacker, director of project development for the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA). Construction began this year with completion of the first manufacturing buildings planned for 2015.

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