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Iowa: Moving To The Top Of The Class

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Sustainable electricity is another example of Iowa’s forward-looking approach to meeting the needs of tomorrow. Today, Iowa generates more of its electricity from wind than any other state—more than 36 percent. At the same time, industrial electricity rates in Iowa are nearly 20 percent below the national average, and U.S.

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South Dakota Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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The bank or credit union must file all of the documents it requires of the applicant, as well as all internal documents relating to the loan with the Governor’s Office of Economic Development in order to receive the paperwork relating to the MicroLOAN Express loan. Working capital, inventory and venture capital are NOT eligible.

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Snapshots: 60 Seconds… With Bill Hagerty, Commissioner, Tennessee Department Of Economic And Community Development

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Reno also is vying to become a leading test center for drones and is in the running for what likely will be the biggest economic development prize this year: Tesla’s lithium battery plant, from which the electric carmaker intends to supply batteries to the entire U.S. auto industry. and around the world.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

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De-energize, lock out, and tag electrical circuits. Inspect electrical power panel. Check electrical connections and wiring for loose or overheated conditions. De-energize or discharge all hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, or thermal energy prior to beginning work. Door; Hydraulic, Electric or Pneumatic Operated.

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New York Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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Loans may be used for, but not limited to: upgrading display lighting; advertising and promotion; payroll for additional staff and training; purchase of computers to enhance inventory control; and the purchase of display cabinets, furniture and fixtures. The combination of a bank loan and a JDA Loan allows up to 90% financing of a project.

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SPECIAL REPORT: Steadfast And Strong In The Wake Of Superstorm Sandy

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In the wake of Sandy, electricity was cut off to 7 million of New Jersey’s 8.8 A $300- million allocation will fund grants that can be used for purposes including rehabilitation, new construction, equipment, inventory, mitigation, refinancing and working capital. PSE&G announced a $3.9 Breezy Point, NY.

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

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We expect that this growth will continue into the future as the available existing building inventory shrinks and there is a greater need for vacant sites for new development,” said Gromberg. OPEN FOR BUSINESS IN INDIANA.

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