Georgia Tech landed $3.5 million from the U.S. Department of Energy's "SunShot Initiative" for solar energy research and development. The Energy Department wants to spur development of new technologies that lower the overall cost of solar electricity.

The U.S. House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation that according to Congressman Jack Kingston, helps clear the way for Georgia's number one economic development initiative: the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project.

Johnson Controls will implement energy and water conservation measures at Phillips State Prison in Georgia's first bond-financed energy performance contract.

Officials from Lake City, Morrow and Forest Park announce their TriCity economic development endeavor. If successful, the trio of municipalities will have created a massive opportunity zone designed to promote business growth and development.

Non-profit Startup Atlanta launched a new website, startupatlanta.org, to connect, support and expand the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the metro Atlanta region. Founded in May 2013, Startup Atlanta is backed by Atlanta Technology Angels, Entrepreneurs' Organization, Invest Atlanta and the Metro Atlanta Chamber.

Georgia has chosen a team of Atlanta and Florida contractors to build the $840 million Northwest Corridor project to relieve severe congestion in the Atlanta region.

During this dual-state webcast, Texas and Georgia will face off and share their respective strategies for fighting blight and encouraging redevelopment. Which state has the better redevelopment playbook? Join CDFA on November 20 for this free webcast as Georgia takes on Texas!

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The Georgia Department of Community Affairs and Department of Economic Development use this brochure to highlight the many advantages to doing business in their state, including various tax credits and exemptions.

OneGeorgia Authority and accredited Georgia financial institutions will provide entrepreneurs and small business owners with access to loans ranging from $35,000 up to $250,000 at competitive interest rates.

The Ethyl Grant Program provides matching grants up to $2,500 for projects that improve rural schools and communities.

The Tax Foundation's 2014 edition of the State Business Tax Climate Index enables business leaders, government policymakers, and taxpayers to gauge how their states' tax systems compare.

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