Area Development Editorial Board
Labor Related Factors Are Key
Companies are searching for the right balance of labor — at all skill levels — that can satisfy their needs not only now but also into the future.
Deploying Location Strategy + Incentives to Meet ESG Goals
CFOs and business leaders can utilize location strategy as part of their ESG mission through their workforce, workplace, and sustainability strategies, as well as by demonstrating social responsibility and good governance.
Last Word: A Second Wave of EV Investment
The rapid transition of the auto industry from internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEs) to electric vehicles (EVs) has set off a rush of new investment in new EV assembly plants and battery cell plants.
New/Expanded Incentives for Sustainability-Related Investments
The picture is becoming clearer for the Inflation Reduction Act tax credits, with further guidance to come.
Site Selection
Facility Planning
Workforce Development
Business+Place
Industry Sectors
Services
Recent Features
Automotive
Critical Considerations for Siting an EV Manufacturing Project
The location process for EV and battery projects must take into account proximity to supply chains and markets, availability of skilled labor, ample power and water supplies, financial and other incentives, as well as cooperation between community stakeholders.
ContinueContributed Content
Aerospace / Defense Is Flying High in Michigan
Collaboration between businesses, state government, DOD leaders, and others is continuing to advance the A&D sector in Michigan.
ContinueContributed Content
Virginia Talent Accelerator Program Scores Manufacturing Wins
Companies locating in Virginia tout the benefits of its Talent Accelerator Program, which assists with employee recruitment and provides customized workforce training.
ContinueAerospace
Diversifying Aerospace: Promoting Women in STEM
Promoting initiatives to educate young people on STEM opportunities, while closing the gender gap, will spur the growth of the U.S. aerospace/aviation sector.
ContinueWorkplace Trends
Think Outside the Box with Your Workforce Solutions
Today’s employees want to maintain their quality of life, including hybrid work, well-being support, and competitive pay; employers need to creatively meet their needs in order to keep them from jumping ship.
ContinueEnergy / Clean Tech
Front Line: Green Energy Companies Building a Qualified Workforce
Labor unions and the offshore wind energy industry are working together to advance the transition to clean energy.
ContinueBusiness Globalization
U.S. Attracting FDI From European Manufacturers
High energy prices and bureaucracy at home, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain demands are among the factors spurring European companies to expand or relocate operations to the United States.
ContinueLogistics / Infrastructure
E-Commerce and the Struggle Against Space Challenges
In the age of online shopping, retail brand decision-makers must strike a balance between their immediate space requirements and long-term sustainability.
ContinueLogistics / Infrastructure
First Person: Establishing a Robust Rare Earth Magnet Supply Chain
Rare earth magnets are critical to keeping America’s economy strong and protecting our way of life. With this in mind, Area Development’s staff editor Lisa Bastian asked Tom Schneberger, CEO of USA Rare Earth, to share his perspective on this issue.
ContinueAerospace
Reviewing the Turbulent Ride, as Aerospace Looks Optimistically Ahead
As aerospace companies continue to rebound and evolve, they need to establish their unique goals in order to make an informed and data-driven location decision.
ContinueAutomotive
Tackling EV Charging Hurdles Together
Property-level Infrastructure planning will bring owners and tenants together to meet their green goals.
ContinueAutomotive
R&D in the EV/Battery Industry Powers New Technologies
Makers of EVs and the batteries that power them are receiving incentives for their R&D efforts as the technology continues to evolve.
ContinueLocation Canada
How ESG Is Driving Canadian Government Programs
Through their ESG-oriented policies, Canada’s federal and provincial governments are working to position themselves as an attractive investment destination for businesses seeking sustainable long-term growth.
ContinueAutomotive
EV Impacts to Watch in 2023 and 2024
The long-term impact of the shift to EVs — including challenges sourcing battery materials and the increased demand on utility capacity — will be far-reaching.
ContinueLocation Canada
Canada's Infrastructure and Innovation: Powering Economic Growth and Sustainability
Through its investment in infrastructure development, site-readiness initiatives, transformation of its power sector, and work-focused immigration policies, FDI in Canada continues to grow at a healthy pace.
ContinueConstruction / Project Planning
In Focus: Picking the Right Joint Venture Partners
Here are three tips to help construction firms use joint ventures to meet demand without increasing risk.
ContinueSustainable Development
Manufacturers’ Imperative to Combat Climate Change
Reducing emissions, developing sustainable solutions, and leveraging renewable energy are among the steps that manufacturers can take to change the trajectory of climate change.
ContinueProject Announcements
Wells Fargo Expands Roanoke County, Virginia, Customer Support Center
09/28/2023
Retech Systems Expands Tonawanda, New York, Operations
09/28/2023
Viega Establishes Shalersville, Ohio, Production Operations
09/27/2023
Japan-Based Dassai Establishes Hyde Park, New York, Operations
09/26/2023
Martin Brower Plans Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, Distribution Hub
09/26/2023
Latitude Plans Clarendon County, South Carolina, Operations
09/25/2023
DePre Plans Powell, Tennessee, Production Operations
09/25/2023
Most Read
-
2023 Top States for Doing Business Meet the Needs of Site Selectors
Q3 2023
-
2022 Top States for Doing Business Provide an Environment for Business Growth
Q3 2022
-
Why the Southeast Is Winning EV Projects, With More on the Way
Q3 2023
-
EV Impacts to Watch in 2023 and 2024
2023 Auto/Aero Site Guide
-
Power-Intensive Site Selection
Q3 2023
-
EV and Semiconductor Projects Stand Out in States Receiving Area Development’s 18th Annual Shovel Awards
Q2 2023
-
2023 Top States Workforce Development Programs
Q3 2023