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Government Ownership of Rain is Antithetical to Increased Potable Water

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In point of fact, laws like the City of Tucson Ordinance 10597 of 2008 that require a minimum of 50% of water used for landscaping on new commercial properties be from collected rainwater on the site, may be the way of the future. rain) regulation in the nation and even taxes the rain (by square foot).

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Government Ownership of Rain is Antithetical to Increased Potable Water

Green Building Law Update

In point of fact, laws like the City of Tucson Ordinance 10597 of 2008 that require a minimum of 50% of water used for landscaping on new commercial properties be from collected rainwater on the site, may be the way of the future. rain) regulation in the nation and even taxes the rain (by square foot).

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FEATURE STORY: High-Tech Hubs Are Moving To Their Markets

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Some of the locations already are well-known for developing the next generation of technologies, such as Austin, home to Dell, Apple, Facebook and Google, and Tucson, with its hotbed of solar technology innovation. In the past year, New Mexico’s solar companies received a substantial growth in utility- and commercial-scale projects.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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percent in 2012, the industry’s delicate balance between supply and demand will likely be disrupted due to new regulations. Four international airports serve different regions of the state: Albuquerque International Sunport provides nonstop service to 30 cities daily via eight commercial carriers. Total tonnage declined 2.2

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State Focus – Utah: Consistently Excellent

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The Economic Development Corporation of Utah plays a dual role in the state’s commercial success, promoting expansion of local companies as well as relocation for out-of-state firms. This spirit is made possible by a strong business environment. Salt Lake City was named the sixth-best-performing city in the U.S.

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FEATURE STORY: Workforce Development Programs – The Recipe For Success

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They find that they’re often able to begin commercial operations for a new facility or expansion sooner that expected because FastStart has been so successful at ramping up a trained, qualified workforce in Louisiana from day one.”. Air cargo—the most regulated trade and logistics modality—has a stronghold in South Florida.

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Industry Focus: Food Processing – The Process Of Consistency

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If you prefer other modes of distribution make note of the two major commercial airports in Central and Northwest Arkansas as well as the commercial passenger service available at six regional airports throughout the state. In 2012, Anderson-DuBose (supplier to McDonald’s and Chipotle restaurants in four states), The Kellogg Co.