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Biotech / Life Sciences

Life Science Conversions in Real Estate

Among the key legal issues to be considered when converting office to life science space are credit enhancements, expansion/contraction options, use segregation, and zoning.

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Taxes / Incentives

Is a Flurry of Fads Shaping Economic Development Policy?

Chasing the latest flurry of fads may not help business leaders or the communities in which they locate achieve long-term success.

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Contributed Content

Georgia Power: Meeting Industry’s Demand for Cleaner Energy

By investing in a diverse mix of renewable energy sources, including nuclear, Georgia Power is recognizing the needs of its customers.

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Business Globalization

Nearshoring — North America’s Next Factory

Its strong maquiladora program, skilled labor, and favorable geographic location have made Mexico a top choice for nearshoring to the U.S. market.

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Automotive

Building the Nation’s EV Charging Infrastructure

Public-private partnerships can help states and cities expand their electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

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Workplace Trends

Raising Local Labor Force Participation

In an attempt to help businesses find the workers they need, economic development organizations are working with community partners to reduce barriers to work through a mix of strategies.

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Advanced Manufacturing

Last Word: The CHIPS Act

How is the Chips Act driving investment in the U.S., and how can local initiatives help?

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Aerospace

The Top Investment Location Prospects for Aerospace Manufacturing

Which are the most promising states and countries for aerospace production in a rapidly evolving sector-wide landscape?

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Workplace Trends

Key Steps to Satisfying Workforce Needs

Businesses can fulfill their labor requirements by creating a positive company culture where employees are not only well compensated but also provided with training and growth opportunities.

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Construction / Project Planning

First Person: Labor Crunch in the Construction Industry

The construction industry continues to face a skilled labor shortage, with worker scarcity worsening since the beginning of the pandemic. With this in mind, Area Development’s staff editor Lisa Bastian asked Joseph Natarelli, Marcum’s National Construction Leader, to share his perspective on this issue.

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Taxes / Incentives

Manufacturing and Distribution Trends Impact the Value of Credits and Incentives

Credits and incentives are just one consideration among many factors that need to be taken into account as your company begins its location search.

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Site Selection Factors / Strategy

Front Line: Water Supply Increasingly Affecting Location Decisions

Over the last few years, there has been a heightened focus on abundant access to water for companies seeking new locations.

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Contributed Content

Diversifying the Economy Puts Kansas in Driver’s Seat

As a new era of transportation in America charges up, Kansas’ vision is helping companies electrify the next generation of driving.

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Asset / Facility Management

First Person: Putting a Cyber Defense Plan in Place

To find out more about the current cyber threats companies are facing and their responses to such threats, Area Development’s staff writer, Lisa Bastian, interviewed Michael Morris, a managing director in Deloitte’s Cyber Detect & Respond practice.

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Construction / Project Planning

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.

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