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Lion Electric’s 900,000 sq-ft Joliet manufacturing facility is the largest of its kind in the U.S. Its all-electric buses and trucks will bring clean air and a sustainable economy to communities across the nation. Watch Lion Electric’s video to learn more about this innovative facility and how Illinois’ mix of skilled workers, robust infrastructure, and a compelling vision for the future is putting the state at the forefront of the electric revolution.

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A freight train in Chicago, IL. Photo by Marco Montero Pisani on Unsplash.
October 3, 2024
Driving the Future: Illinois’ New Economic Plan Bolsters TDL Industry

Illinois is already well-known as a central hub for transportation, distribution, and logistics (TDL). With the State’s recent announcement of a new five-year economic growth plan, Illinois is poised to enhance its strategic advantages further, reaffirming its commitment to the TDL sector.

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October 3, 2024
Michelle Carr and Brian Wolfe Appointed to Intersect Illinois Board of Directors

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An image of an electric vehicle in manufacturing by Lenny Kuhne on Unsplash.
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Powering Forward: Team Illinois is a Must-Visit at The Battery Show 2024

From October 7-10, the battery and electric vehicle industry’s top minds, innovators, and manufacturers will converge at The Battery Show North America 2024, the largest of its kind. Intersect Illinois will be in attendance to connect!

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