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Connecticut: Incentives and Partnerships Attract Multiple Industry SectorsThe Nutmeg State is offering innovative incentives to position itself as a location that can work for nearly any industry. MoreOklahoma: Aerospace and Alternative Energy Provide Stability in Turbulent EconomyStable industries and competitive business costs put Oklahoma in stronger economic position than many states. More
Following the Talent: How the Search for Highly Skilled Workers Affects a Location DecisionCompanies that seek highly educated, talented labor need to consider locating in places that attract this caliber of worker. More
Ontario, Canada: Going for a Green EconomyCanada’s most populous province is taking steps to become North America’s greenest economy MoreStates Fund Renewable Energy ProjectsSixteen states have taken the lead in funding for renewable energy projects through tax and production incentives, rebates, grants, and loans. MoreHow Green Is Your Site’s Energy?Alternative Energy is part of today’s — and tomorrow’s — location decision. MoreTexas Today: Economic Development Strategies and Business Success StoriesThe Lone Star State is still the top U.S. location for business, with an economy that's flourishing in spite of the global recession. More
Smaller Towns Teaming Up Through Regional Economic Development PartnershipsMore second- and third-tier markets, both rural and suburban, are combining their economic development resources. MoreIs it time to invest in United States solar manufacturing?The U.S. has the potential to be the next big emerging market for solar. Will it become a leader in solar manufacturing, too? MoreAmerican Wind Energy Association Annual Wind Industry Report (2008)In 2008, the U.S. wind energy industry brought online over 8,500 megawatts (MW) of new wind power capacity, catapulting the U.S. ahead of Germany as the country with the largest amount of installed wind capacity. MoreTax Incentives Make Sustainability More RewardingBusinesses should review their sustainability initiatives to take full advantage of the many incentives now available at the federal, state, and local levels. MoreThe Innovation Imperative in Manufacturing: How the United States Can Restore Its EdgeThe United States ranked eighth in innovation leadership among 110 countries, according to a new report produced jointly by The Boston Consulting Group (BCG), the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), and The Manufacturing Institute (MI), the NAM’s nonpartisan research affiliate. More
The Rising Importance of Tax and Incentives ConsiderationsToday’s bad economic news has heightened companies’ awareness of avoiding high tax locations and maximizing incentives when conducting site searches. More
The Future of Economic IncentivesAlthough state and local budgets have been strained by the current economic crisis, incentive funds are still available — in certain places and for the most viable projects. More
Headquarters Moves Draw AttentionThe reasons behind headquarters moves are as varied as the companies themselves, but costs, access to qualified labor, and industrial synergies usually come into play. More
The Attraction of Enterprise Zones: Tax Benefits and Incentives for BusinessesLocating a business in a designated enterprise zone can often provide incentives unavailable in other areas. But the incentives offered are beginning to change — and there may be tradeoffs that could devalue the financial advantages More
The Site Selection Checklist: Prepare Your ApproachRegardless of which and how many factors make up the checklist, understanding these decision-drivers, their priority, and potential impact on the project will provide the foundation for the location analysis. More
Governments Get Active With Incentives: Hands-On Participation for Higher Return on InvestmentRather than taking traditional passive roles in incentives negotiation, global governments are becoming hands-on participants, seeking more control and higher returns on investment. More
First Person: Betty McIntosh; Director, Location Incentives Group, Capital Markets; Cushman & WakefieldWhen it comes to incentive programs, timing is crucial, as is having a really in-depth understanding of the various programs. More
Megasites Equal Megabusiness: Certification Requirements and Processes for Megasites and SupersitesCertified megasites are quickly becoming the new standard for large expansions and relocations. What factors qualify a location as a megasite? More |
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