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American exceptionalism in electricity generation in Montana

In Montana over the next 40 years, energy conservation will dominate in new construction and existing shelter.

Unmatched resolve: Brent Donnelly SBA Montana District Director’s reflections on a 56- Montana County small business road trip

The Peaks to Plains Business Resiliency Tour, a 3,400-mile road trip that took us to small businesses in all 56 Montana counties within seven days.

2020 Montana Manufacturing Report

The three primary topics are: the state of manufacturing at the state and national level in a general economic context; a survey of Montana manufacturers about the state of Montana manufacturing; and an impact survey of firms which used MMEC’s consulting services

Tonix Pharmaceuticals buys 44 acres in Hamilton, Montana for vaccine production facility

Saying that humans will have to coexist with variations of COVID-19, a pharmaceutical company based in New Jersey plans to open a new production facility in Hamilton for the development of domestic vaccines, including those aimed at coronavirus.

Bozeman approves ‘bold’ plan calling for emissions reductions

The plan calls for a 26% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in the next five years, 100% net clean electricity by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2050.

Dorsey – Mandating COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace: Practical Considerations for Employers

Can employers require their employees to get vaccinated.

Happy Holidays from Big Sky Economic Development

Every once and a while I try and pause, take a deep breath, and reflect on the challenges and blessings that I am experiencing at that moment.

Your Quarterly PTAC (Procurement Technical Assistance Center) News

Learn more about government contracting from the
Montana PTAC YouTube channel!

Butte-Silver Bow confirms new Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply Distribution Center at Montana Connections Business Development Park

“This is a perfect example of how businesses can successfully utilize the park’s prime location where Interstate’s 15 and 90 intersect. We are proud to be selected by top-performing businesses for what our area has to offer. The fact that Murdoch’s is a strong Montana company makes this choice even better.”

Film companies help Butte economy

Montana has become an incentive location for filmmakers after the 2019 MEDIA Act was passed, providing a State Tax Credit up to 35% of the base investment. However, while the film sets are saving money in the long run, local services are seeing immediate benefits after a short-lived tourism season.