Regional Economic Development

Instantly see associated socioeconomic
and environmental impacts, calculate the
development capacity of your land, automatically
rate different locations, and view multiple scenarios
side by side.

The first step in advancing an effective rural development program is to carefully assess baseline conditions. In response, the Western Rural Development Center (WRDC) is providing a set of population briefs that provide some of this baseline information.

“A crucial component to growing the nation’s economy is supporting programs that are successful in developing and implementing initiatives that create high-paying jobs and provide U.S. businesses with the tools they need to compete in the global economy,” said Dan Berglund, SSTI President and CEO.

As states struggle to meet the challenges of the economic downturn, NGA, in collaboration with the National Association of State Budget Officers, has launched a new monthly publication that examines the economic status of states.

Solar companies have determined that it makes economic sense to manufacture close to your market, because among other factors it reduces shipping costs.

History shows us the time to act is now.

A forward-looking analysis of the trends, management strategies and best practices that will help U.S. manufacturers compete successfully.

The Green Collar Job Training Program’s aim was to develop a community response to the rising drop-out rate and the difficulty many local business face finding qualified local employees.

Is it a good thing that “smart growth” can so easily bleed into the realm of being a luxury brand?

This article will focus on three municipal land banking programs that, aided by state statutes, have been successful in utilizing tax-foreclosed properties to produce affordable housing.