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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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In comparison, railroads are in a much better position regarding infrastructure, equipment and personnel. Three Class I railroads (Norfolk Southern, Canadian Northern and the CSX) serve Decatur and are directly interconnected through a privately owned intermodal ramp as part of the Midwest Inland Port. Subsequently, the U.S.

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Soaring To New Heights

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The uptick came on the strength of a surging commercial aviation market that more than offset a soft defense performance. Although growth is expected to slow, commercial aerospace companies continue to be optimistic about the future, industry experts say. From the July/August 2013 issue. billion in operating profit. Highway 165, U.S.

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Cover Story: New Energy Powers Growth

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Since the onset of shale gas production, Pennsylvania businesses and homeowners have benefited from a 50 percent decline in natural gas prices and a corresponding 40 percent reduction in the cost of electricity. The initiative will focus on the commercialization of emerging technologies that increase the value of natural gas utilization.

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

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SMUD: ENERGY INNOVATORS. Since its inception in 1946, the community-owned Sacramento Municipal Utility District—known locally as SMUD—has had as its core values a commitment to innovation, conservation, creativity and service. gigawatt hours of electricity a year.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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Alabama Economic Development Loan Program: The state has more than 2,300 commercial lending sources with assets of over $61.3 The Alabama Economic Development Loan Program is used to work with commercial lenders for projects in non-entitlement communities. The Alabama Innovation Fund supports and operates two (2) distinct programs.

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STATE FOCUS: Lassoing Jobs In Texas

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Texas is investing in its future by offering competitive incentives to companies creating jobs and driving innovation in the state. Texas manufacturing companies may also be exempt from paying state sales and use tax on electricity and natural gas used in the manufacturing process. INVESTING IN THE FUTURE. With a GDP estimated at $1.4

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Logistics: On the Road, Water or Rails…or in the Air — AGAIN

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Chicago is the nation’s rail hub that connects six of the seven class one railroads. DuPage County is accessible to the 52 railroads in Illinois, which makes the area the nation’s largest rail gateway, providing access to every state in the continental U.S. This region is the only U.S.

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