NASA, Global Aviation Leaders Talk Green Aviation and More at Annual Summit
IFAR Summit provided a non-competitive environment where global aviation leaders evaluated the progress of technical collaborations on issues.
Industry News
ACEEE State Scorecard: MA Edges Out CA as Most Energy-Efficient State
Energy-efficiency measures flourish in states across the country, with several improving scores in 9th annual State Energy Efficiency Scorecard.
A Solid Gain for Plastics Machinery Shipments in Q2
Shipments data from SPI: The Plastics Industry Trade Association’s CES steadily posted year-over-year gains in every quarter since 2010.
Solar Industry Applauds Energy Bill
If approved & signed into law, legislation would temporarily extend the federal solar investment tax credit (ITC), then ease transition afterward.
NASA’s Experts Provide Assistance at Technology Docking Roadshow
Companies participating in the first annual Technology Docking Roadshow received a glimpse of NASA technology resources.
NAFTA Steel Groups Urge TPP Negotiators to Retain Higher Auto Value Content
Three trade associations representing steel producers in the U.S., Canada & Mexico sent a joint letter with concern about TPP negotiations.
Positive Factors Generate Strong Consumption-led Growth in the U.S. Economy
Factors such as three million new jobs in 2014, real wage growth & growing balance sheets generate strong growth in the U.S. economy.
The Reshoring Initiative and Walmart Launch Effort to Help Suppliers Reshore
The new program provides direct, personal access to 35 mfg trade associations, co.s, banks, U.S. Commerce Department offices and other groups.
World Steel Association Reports July 2015 Crude Steel Production
World crude steel production for 65 countries reporting to worldsteel was 133 Mt in July 2015, a -3.8% decrease compared to July 2014.
Senator Stabenow Shares Roundtable Discussion with Michigan SPI Members
Legislation and manufactring education among topics discussed by Senator and SPI members.