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Innovation Is Thriving In Arizona

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What’s more, Arizona offers a robust portfolio of programs and resources supporting both large and emerging tech employers. With more than 1,200 aerospace and defense companies in Arizona, it is easy to understand why PriceWaterhouseCoopers ranked Arizona number one for aerospace manufacturing attractiveness. In 2016, U.S.

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Advanced Manufacturing Driving Pittsburgh’s Economic Growth

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The total employment anticipated as a result of these investment announcements is 14,951— 5,417 new jobs and 9,534 retained jobs, marking the highest overall anticipated job impact since 2011. The investments we’re seeing run the gamut from startups and entrepreneurial ventures to legacy industries, such as manufacturing and finance.

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Governor’s Report: Sooner Is Better In Oklahoma

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By Jack Rogers From the May/June 2016 Issue. billion expansion of its nitrogen plant in Enid, Garfield County approved the creation of a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district to expand water demand for Enid residents and the plant. For Koch Industries’ $1.3-billion OK is home to the largest U.S. programs.

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Feature Story: 2016 Economic Development Awards

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By Business Facilities Editorial Staff From the March/April 2016 Issue. Our 2016 awards include recognition for the locations that have led the way in smart-grid modernization, innovative funding for infrastructure projects, renewable energy breakthroughs and new tools for supporting startups and entrepreneurs. Plenary Group USA Ltd.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Mississippi Looks To Energy Sector To Fuel Statewide Growth

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Future phases estimate total employment to reach 2,000 jobs, and corporate investment to exceed $1 billion. SB 2564: Provides an energy infrastructure Revolving Loan Fund to give Mississippi communities the ability to help finance energy infrastructure for companies that invest more than $50 million in an economic development project.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Ontario Unveils Plans To Achieve An Energy Balance

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Anything developed but not procured or under contract will be reallocated into 2016 targets. Key elements of the LTEP include: The government will work to make new financing tools available to consumers starting in 2015, including on-bill financing for energy efficiency retrofits. He added, “We find all of that in Ontario.

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Centers of Technology: The Future Is Now

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In May 2017, the state launched an “Innovation Campus” that aims to accelerate the commercialization of research and position Rhode Island as a center of high value employment. All of these programs are helping attract and retain the tech talent our new employers and existing employers need,” said Pryor. Photo: Matthew Benham).