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Cover Story: New Energy Powers Growth

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and has four plants in Minnesota. From opening its first E15 station, to blending higher amounts of biodiesel, to developing processes to make renewable fuel out of new feed stocks, Minnesota is driving the next generation of renewable fuels, supporting thousands of jobs and generating billions in economic activity. Department?

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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – State Rankings

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The first was not unexpected, although China’s lead in developing alternative energy is expected to shrink as its ability to spur solar panel production is eliminated by trade negotiators enforcing a WTO decision citing China for subsidizing its industry. This brings total U.S.

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Construction Contract's arbitration provision is separable, based on

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shall be decided by arbitration in accordance with [the rules of the  American Arbitration  Association]" and proceedings "shall be held in Minneapolis,  Minnesota." The fact that Saunders had no ability to negotiate the terms of the agreement was not sufficient to render it unconscionable under New York law.

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FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Awards

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of employment in its biotech sector, anchored by its world-class research institutions, including the Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota. The area also has the second-highest concentration in the U.S.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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The terms are negotiated specific to each firm’s individual needs and situation with a maximum limit of 3% of Capital Expenditures. High Impact Performance Incentive: A negotiated grant used to attract and grow major high impact facilities in Florida. For more information visit [link] or contact Bernice Whaley , Deputy Director.

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STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE

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Lenders negotiate their own fees and the USDA charges 2 percent of the guaranteed amount as a one-time fee. HIGH IMPACT PERFORMANCE INCENTIVE GRANT (HIPI): A negotiated grant provided to pre-approved applicants in certain high-impact sectors designated by the Governor’s Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development (OTTED).

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