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Cover Story: New Energy Powers Growth

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With 32 ports statewide, Louisiana offers six deep-draft ports capable of transferring large quantities of cargo, is one of only two U.S. Nebraska is the only all public power state in the country, which means wind resources in the state must be sold to Nebraska utilities which have all of the retail customers in the state.

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FEATURE STORY: Racing To Be Ready – U.S. Ports Prepare for Post Panamax Era

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A sister bridge of the same design, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, was built in Australia but was 25 inches shorter than its relative in NJ. The deeper harbor depth will allow Jacksonville to accommodate the draft requirements of fully-loaded cargo vessels—both Panamax and the new Panamax class—which currently call on Jacksonville’s port.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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The incentive is available for non-retail businesses engaged in commerce for profit that fall into certain categories. Program regulations are currently being drafted to include the expanded definition for “Advanced Manufacturers.” The benefit depends on the tier of the county in which the company locates. TAX INCENTIVES.

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