Economic Development
Economic Development is a crucial focus for local and state government agencies committed to fostering job creation, attracting investments, and improving community prosperity. Governments can stimulate economic activity and enhance regional competitiveness by implementing strategies that support business growth, infrastructure development, and workforce training. This directory provides articles on economic development alongside related topics like Workforce Development, which examines initiatives to enhance the skills and employability of the local labor force.
Voters just approved $50 million in grants for aquaculture, marine technology, forestry and agriculture.
For the businesses that are disclosing environmental data through CDP Cities, there are financial opportunities for them and their cities.
Cities often get creative with vacant property, but some with developed urban centers are digging deeper to repurpose vacant underground property.
Six states will receive grants totaling $14,911,243 from the Department of Labor to improve employment opportunities for adults and youth with disabilities
The Made in NY Entrepreneur Innovation Grant will award several grants ranging from $5,000 - $10,000 each to projects in early development focused on innovative approaches to content and delivery
CSX and The Conservation Fund support producers and distributors of local, fresh foods in underserved communities
USDA is accepting applications for grants to help rural cooperatives develop new markets for their products and services
The EPA awarded a $192,000 grant for a program that will offer free training for 70 local residents in careers that reduce environmental contamination
New research suggests municipalities in fiscal crisis have more difficulty applying for and managing federal grants
Using a $1M federal grant, Austin, TX has transformed an unused landfill into an eco-industrial park to fuel green manufacturing and economic growth.
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