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SK Siltron Investing $302M In Michigan Semiconductor Wafer Plant

Business Facilities

The new semiconductor wafer manufacturing and R&D operation will help meet the demand for electric vehicle components and is supported by a $1.5 The company plans to expand its Michigan operations to increase production of these wafers, which can be used in power system components for electric vehicles.

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

Business Facilities

Bill Hagerty, Commissioner, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. BF: Tennessee has been cited by the U.S. What steps has Tennessee taken to achieve this result? BH: Tennessee has been making great strides in education thanks to Gov. By the Business Facilities Staff. From the July/August 2014 issue.

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Business Facilities’ 15th Annual Rankings: State Rankings Report

Business Facilities

A state may have the largest installed capacity of a certain type of renewable energy, but that state won’t meet its renewable energy portfolio standard’s goal if only 10 percent of its electricity is generated from renewables. TN TOPS IN BUSINESS CLIMATE. BF Editor in Chief Jack Rogers noted that the top three—and this year’s no.

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Green construction tips to make your facility environmentally friendly

The Korte Company

Electric lights are getting more efficient, but they still account for between 25% to 45% of a building’s energy use. But with some thoughtful design you won’t have to turn them on as much. That’s why green buildings are designed to collect as much natural light as possible. First, though, let’s talk through some specific ideas.

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2012 Business Facilities Rankings Report

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

A perennial frontrunner for our annual Best Business Climate designation, Texas has been ranked first or second in this flagship category for each of the past five years. Tennessee Makes It Three In A Row As Automotive King. And so, without further ado, here is our 8th Annual Rankings Report. 2 slot in this highly competitive category.

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My Kingdom for a Horse

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

The sleek new commercial jet offers unprecedented fuel efficiency thanks to a light-weight but ultra-strong carbon-fiber composite skin and an advanced electrical system powered by a huge lithium-ion battery. Aircraft industry analysts say the cost of fixing the 787′s electrical problems could top $600 million.

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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – Metro And Global Rankings

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Louisiana will provide $14 million in funding over 10 years for expanded higher-education programs designed primarily to increase the number of annual computer science graduates. 1000 pound thrust; and Investments into new local capabilities including design, fabrication, and remote hot fire test capabilities for “Green” propulsion systems.

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