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Mar 17, 2025 The Sky’s the Limit for Aerospace in Georgia
In a recent interview with the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Steve Shaffer, aerospace director at the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD)’s Center of Innovation, said it...
Jul 30, 2024 Georgia: A Premier Destination for Aerospace and Defense Opportunities
In the competitive arena of aerospace and defense, Georgia has firmly established itself as a leader in innovation and economic growth. As the fifth-largest aerospace...
May 6, 2024 Get the Ball Rolling for New Success
Like in sports, landing the next big win in a community does not happen overnight. Bringing home the gold in economic development requires the right...
Nov 8, 2023 A New Industrial Revolution in Georgia
Celebrating 50 years of Georgia’s international offices and the Georgia Film Office, as well as being named the Top State for Business for the 10th...
Jan 30, 2023 Accelerated Investment in Aurubis’ Augusta Multi-metal Recycling Facility Strengthens Georgia’s Position in EV, Sustainability
As investments in the electric mobility industry in Georgia rapidly accelerate with major projects from electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, battery suppliers, and other components of...
Jul 18, 2022 Georgia Emerges as Hub for Sustainability
Companies looking to lower emissions and reduce carbon footprint for themselves and their customers have invested over $11.5 billion in Georgia since 2018. The state’s...
May 18, 2022 Atlanta Business Chronicle: Op-Ed: A Sustainable Georgia Future
By Pat Wilson, Commissioner, Georgia Department of Economic Development As published in the Atlanta Business Chronicle May 6, 2022 There is no better way to...
Apr 23, 2021 FDI Alliance International Magazine: Georgia – A Growing Tech Hub for AI
By David Nuckolls, Executive Director, Center of Innovation As published in FDI Alliance International Magazine In the State of Georgia, innovation is not just a...
Jan 11, 2021 Atlanta Business Chronicle: Op-Ed: Momentum means optimism for 2021
By Pat Wilson, Commissioner, Georgia Department of Economic Development As published in the Atlanta Business Chronicle January 8, 2021 Despite 2020’s uncertain realities and significant...
Jan 7, 2021 Georgia Leads the Charge in Development of Electric Vehicle Supply Chain
The global projection of annual passenger electric vehicle (EV) sales in 2040 is 56 million EVs. To meet this rapid expansion, the next 20 years...