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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.

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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 over 200 higher education institutions around the state, a growing innovation ecosystem, a diverse and dynamic workforce, along with an abundance of natural resources.”. Schultz continued, “There is no reason Illinois should not have a thriving economy. Palatine Road.

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Illinois: Unveiling the Future of Digital Design and Manufacturing

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L ast year, Chicago celebrated the highly anticipated grand opening of the new UI Labs Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute (DMDII) on Goose Island. Last year’s groundbreaking on the project was an exciting one for Goose Island, which is quickly becoming known as an important tech hub within Chicago.

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Centers of Technology: The Future Is Now

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Locations are bringing higher ed resources and high-tech businesses together to plant the seeds for market-ready advanced technology at incubators and innovation institutes, and to create the STEM-savvy workforce that will fill these new jobs. CHICAGO AIMS FOR THE TOP OF THE TECH CHART. Photo: tedescopictures.com).

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Our 2022 Builder of the Year, Van Metre Homes, Is Wired for Change

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It’s an elusive, ever-changing pursuit for those paying attention, and Van Metre studies other industries for their innovations and evolutions to incorporate into its operations. Since 2016, seven Van Metre employees have been named to Pro Builder ’s Forty Under 40 list , which recognizes housing’s next generation of leaders. “We

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Illinois Is Top State For LEED Green Building

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By recognizing these states excelling in the use of LEED, we are celebrating the green building professionals, architects, business, policy and community leaders who work tirelessly to design and develop innovative solutions toward a healthier, more sustainable future. Maryland: Holy Cross Hospital in Germantown; LEED Gold.

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An Up-Close Look at Toronto’s Construction Boom 

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Soon enough, Toronto will overtake Chicago (and fall just behind New York City) for the city with the most skyscrapers in the U.S. from 2016 to 2021. from 2016-2021 , and 80% of new residents came from other countries. Upon completion, The One will offer apartments, commercial space, and a hotel. and Canada.