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FL: Record $14.1M Federal Grant to Boost Port Canaveral's Cargo Business

FL: Record $14.1M Federal Grant to Boost Port Canaveral's Cargo Business

Port Canaveral has been awarded its largest-ever federal grant, and hopes to use the $14.1 million allocation to jump-start its cargo business.

CT: Connecticut Economic Resource Center Announces Rebranding, New VP

CT: Connecticut Economic Resource Center Announces Rebranding, New VP

The Connecticut Economic Resource Center, Inc. (CERC), a nonprofit corporation, has rebranded as AdvanceCT.

Logistics

Supply-Chain Concerns Deepening for Auto Industry, says GlobalData

Recently, Jaguar Land Rover chief Dr. Ralph Speth suggested that the company is facing a shortage of key components needed for its UK car plants.

LA: LED, SUSLA Partner On Technology, Aerospace, Small Business Programs

LA: LED, SUSLA Partner On Technology, Aerospace, Small Business Programs

State officials announced $1.135 million in economic development funding to spur workforce, aerospace and entrepreneurial programs at SUSLA.

Global CO2 Emissions Flat in 2019, Reports International Energy Agency

Global CO2 Emissions Flat in 2019, Reports International Energy Agency

The world's carbon dioxide emissions from the energy sector remained flat in 2019, compared to 2018, says the International Energy Agency.

NJ: New Jersey Angel Investor Tax Credit Program Aids 32 Emerging Firms

NJ: New Jersey Angel Investor Tax Credit Program Aids 32 Emerging Firms

The N.J. Economic Development Authority approved 161 applications for investments into 32 emerging technology life sciences companies.

Aerospace

PA: Aviation Companies Gather in Pittsburgh for Job Fair Event

Aviation employers will gather in Pittsburgh Feb. 19 to connect with potential students in high demand for today’s jobs in aviation maintenance.

Energy Dept. Announces 20 Competitors for American-Made Solar Prize

Energy Dept. Announces 20 Competitors for American-Made Solar Prize

The U.S. Department of Energy announced the 20 competitors who have advanced to Round 3 of the American-Made Solar Prize.

Wind Capacity Jumped 12% in the Americas in 2019, Says GWEC

Wind Capacity Jumped 12% in the Americas in 2019, Says GWEC

GWEC data shows that North America, Central America, South America and the Caribbean boosted wind energy capacity by 12% in 2019.

FL: Lockheed Martin to Boost Orlando's Small Tech Firms with $100K Program

FL: Lockheed Martin to Boost Orlando's Small Tech Firms with $100K Program

Lockheed Martin has created a $100,000 grant program that will award small tech companies in Orlando, Fla., with money to pursue projects.