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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Energy / Clean Tech

Microsoft-Three Mile Island Deal Could Signal Path for Nuclear Power to Strengthen Partnerships with Big Tech

Gabriella Iannetta, Staff Writer, Area Development  (Q4 2024)

Nuclear power and big tech form new energy partnerships for sustainability. More

AEP Ohio Proposes Controversial Data Center Rate Hike Amid Power Demand Surge

Dan Emerson, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q4 2024)

AEP Ohio, the state’s largest power provider, has proposed a controversial new rate structure targeting data centers and cryptocurrency mining operations, prompting strong opposition from tech giants such as Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta. More

California’s ARCHES Hydrogen Hub an opportunity for industries with big ESG goals

Katherine Webster, Staff Writer, Area Development (Q4 2024)

A new hydrogen hub supports businesses with ambitious ESG objectives. More

Permitted Power Capacity Foreshadows Health of Regional Economies

Courtland Robinson, Director of Business Development , Brasfield & Gorrie (Q3 2024)

Diverse energy projects are addressing unique resource and climate considerations, with solar and wind power leading the charge in the transformation of America's energy landscape. More

The Impact of the November Election on the Auto Industry: Navigating a Revolutionary Transition

John Rakolta Jr., Chairman, Walbridge (Q3 2024)

Continuation or expansion of current mandates and incentives would accelerate the transition to electric vehicles, while a rollback might provide temporary relief for ICE manufacturers but hinder long-term progress towards cleaner technologies. More

The Challenge of Securing Sufficient Electrical Power for Battery Cell Plants

Gregory Burkart, Principal - Site Selection Services, Walbridge  (Q3 2024)

Power generators and grid operators are investing more capital than originally forecasted, disrupting the supply chain with spiking equipment prices and extended delivery times. Revised forecasts show a significant increase in capital expenditures, causing delays and cancellations. More

Electric Vehicles: Funding Infrastructure to Achieve 50% by 2030

Liz Demaree, Senior Policy Advisor, Nelson Mullins (Q3 2024)

Achieving the Biden administration's ambitious EV goals requires innovative solutions, strategic partnerships, and significant investments in both charging stations and electrical grid enhancements. More

Foreign Direct Investment in Canada – Grace Under Pressure

Gabriel Dion, Managing Director, Global Strategy, Newmark (Q3 2024)

Foreign Direct Investment in Canada faces new challenges and opportunities as the country navigates economic shifts and evolving investment strategies in key sectors like electric vehicles, clean energy and advanced manufacturing. More

Hydrogen Industry in Canada: A Global Leader in the Clean Energy Revolution

Marc Beauchamp, President, SCI Global (Q3 2024)

Hydrogen is transforming clean energy, with Canada leading through innovative production methods, diverse applications, and strong government support, driving future growth and sustainability. More

Green Jobs Boom in 2023: Is the IRA a Leading Factor?

Mike Chmura, Economist, Chmura Economics & Analytics (Q3 2024)

Is the IRA driving a surge in green jobs, or is it part of a broader clean energy movement? More

Welcome to The Great Electron Race

Bradley Migdal, Executive Managing Director, Business Incentives Practice, Cushman & Wakefield (Q2 2024)

The great electron race is underway, and those who innovate and adapt will shape the future of our continually evolving digital society. More

In Focus: Will Serve Letters and Right-of-Way Acquisitions in Site Selection

David MacNamara, Director, Site Selection and Product Development , KPMG (Q2 2024)

Exploring the nuances of utility commitments and legal access. More

Around the Horn: Getting Power to Projects-A Discussion

Bradley Migdal, Executive Managing Director, Business Incentives Practice, Cushman & Wakefield (Q2 2024)

Guest Editor Bradley Migdal leads an illuminating discussion with Karla T. Moran, Manager of Economic Development at Salt River Project, and Coleman Peiffer, Senior Business Attraction Manager at Alliant Energy, exploring infrastructure challenges and solutions for large-scale manufacturing and data center projects. This conversation has been lightly edited for style and space. More

How to Overcome NIMBYism in Data Centers

W. Ford Graham, Senior Vice President, McGuireWoods Consulting and Christopher D. Lloyd, Senior Vice President and Director, Infrastructure and Economic Development, McGuireWoods Consulting (Q2 2024)

A guide to turning community opposition into constructive criticism and assuaging fears about data center development. More

Location Matters to Your Carbon Goals

Tracey Hyatt Bosman, Managing Director, BLS & Co.; Tim Comerford, Senior Vice President, BLS & Co.; Michael Hirou, USA Chief Representative and Manager, Tractus Asia; and Andreas Dressler, Founder, Location Decisions (Q2 2024)

Exploring how geographical factors influence corporate renewable energy strategies and achievements. More

Resiliency: The Case for Fortifying Business against Climate Change

Jose Beceiro, Director, Site Selection and Incentives Advisory, Kroll (Q2 2024)

The new frontier in site selection for companies has everything to do with keeping things running during increasingly wild storms and weather patterns. More

Kinetic Energy Attracting Investments Throughout Kansas

Kansas Department of Commerce  (Q2 2024)

Kansas has earned its global reputation as a force in the renewable energy industry. More

The Bring Your Own Energy (BYOE) Party Is Starting

Courtland Robinson, Director of Business Development , Brasfield & Gorrie (Q2 2024)

America is about to shift to decentralized energy and microgrids in a big, big way. More

Front Line: Green Concrete Initiatives Fight Climate Change

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q2 2024)

Innovative measures and legislation propel the adoption of eco-friendly building materials. More

Editor’s Note: Electric Power Demands Key to Location Decisions

Geraldine Gambale, Editor, Area Development Magazine (Q1 2024)

The consumption of electricity is only predicted to increase as the digital transformation of industry continues and, consequently, access to electricity has become a dominant site selection factor. More

Last Word: Striking a Balance - Prioritizing Electric Infrastructure While Preparing for the Next Wave of Industrial Expansion

Courtney Dunbar, Site Selection & Economic Development Leader, Burns & McDonnell and Courtland Robinson, Director of Business Development , Brasfield & Gorrie (Q1 2024)

As constraints on power availability become more acute, embracing a utility-first approach emerges as imperative. More

Navigating the Digital Transformation

Courtney Dunbar, Site Selection & Economic Development Leader, Burns & McDonnell and Matt Olson, Chief Innovation Officer, Burns & McDonnell (Q1 2024)

Courtney Dunbar, site selection lead at Burns & McDonnell, recently asked Matt Olson, Burns & McDonnell’s chief innovation officer, about how companies are navigating the digital transformation and its potential of fostering sustainable, resilient manufacturing practices. More

Industry in the Era of the Electron

Courtland Robinson, Director of Business Development , Brasfield & Gorrie (Q1 2024)

Growth of the digital economy has put transmission-adjacent properties and the ability to interconnect at the forefront of the site selection process. More

Virginia Looks to Renewables to Meet Long-Term Energy Needs

Virginia Economic Development Partnership (Q1 2024)

The best way to conceptualize Virginia’s energy ambitions is to look to its past supporting one of the most power-intensive industries in existence. More

ExxonMobile secures major lease for offshore carbon capture in Texas

Katherine Webster, Staff Writer, Area Development (Q4 2023)

ExxonMobil says the operation has the potential to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by more than 100 million metric tons annually. More

In Focus: Working Toward Zero-Emission Buildings Ahead of Regulatory Mandates

Britt Willows, Portfolio Leader, Johnson Controls (Q4 2023)

All stakeholders working in unison will benefit the environment while also resulting in positive business outcomes. More

Front Line: Electrification of Industrial Processes

Dan Emerson, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q4 2023)

Reducing the use of fossil fuels in industrial processes will help cut costs while reducing GHG emissions. More

First Person: Aligning Energy Needs With Sustainability Goals

Courtney Dunbar, Site Selection & Economic Development Leader, Burns & McDonnell (Q4 2023)

Companies are continuing to automate, which is increasing their demand for power while, at the same time, they try to meet sustainability goals and remain competitive. More

Front Line: Green Energy Companies Building a Qualified Workforce

Dan Emerson, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q3 2023)

Labor unions and the offshore wind energy industry are working together to advance the transition to clean energy. More

Power-Intensive Site Selection

Courtland Robinson, Director of Business Development , Brasfield & Gorrie and John Geib, Director, Enterprise Economic Development, Technical Services, Duke Energy (Q3 2023)

Manufacturers should prioritize accuracy in their load schedule, as there’s a downside to both underestimating and overestimating load requirements. More

Georgia Power: Meeting Industry’s Demand for Cleaner Energy

Georgia Power Community & Economic Development (Q2 2023)

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

The AEC Industry’s Transition to Net Zero Energy

Jennifer Breault, Senior Architect , SSOE Group and Jason Smith, Senior Project Designer , SSOE Group (Q1 2023)

Early, collaborative planning and design will help facility developers and owners meet their net zero energy goals. More

Location Factors for a Large Natural Gas User

Kris Hopkins, Vice President, Business Development , Greylock Midstream (Q1 2023)

By following the four strategies outlined below, the location team for a natural gas user can uncover more potential sites, reduce costs, and enhance competitiveness. More

Inflation Reduction Act Promotes the Nation’s “Energy Security”

Cory Wendt, Principal, Baker Tilly  (Q4 2022)

The clock is ticking for manufacturers to get maximum tax benefits on new projects under the Inflation Reduction Act. More

EVs to Bring About a Dramatic Transformation of the Automotive Supply Chain

Daron Gifford, Strategy Consulting Services Leader, Automotive Industry Leader, Plante Moran (2022 Auto/Aero Site Guide)

Electric Vehicles are here…but how ready is the supply chain? More

To Cluster or Not to Cluster…That is the Question!

Rich Thompson, International Director, Supply Chain & Logistics Solutions, JLL (Q3 2022)

Although clusters are here to stay in some sectors — think life sciences — other industries — among them EVs and semiconductors — are geographically branching out. More

Offshore Wind Is Coming to New York City

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development and NYCEDC (Q2 2022)

Wind turbines do not ordinarily come to mind with thoughts of New York City, but if current plans go forward, that will change dramatically in the near future. More

Louisiana: Global Challenges Create Opportunities

Steve Kaelble, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q2 2022)

Louisiana has stepped up the development of environmentally friendly technologies, water management, and coastal protection, while also tapping its strong resources in healthcare, life sciences, aeronautics, and traditional economic sectors. More

The Energy Transition: Moving Toward Renewable and Carbon-Neutral Solutions

Brian Gallagher, Vice President, Corporate Development, Graycor (Q2 2022)

The massive shift from fossil fuels to cleaner-sourced energy is not a simple or linear path forward. More

How the Biden Energy Plan Will Impact U.S. Business

Mark Crawford, Staff Editor, Area Development (Q1 2022)

With the federal government’s commitment to sustainable energy, businesses must act now to not only meet the new guidelines but also to satisfy customers and investors alike. More

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