John Atkinson: Illinois is righting the ship for economic development
Originally published here in the Chicago Tribune Growing tired of the same old doom and gloom from those who make their living disparaging Illinois? So am I. Let’s look at what’s really happening here in our great state. For the 11th year in a row, Site Selection Magazine ranked Chicago-Naperville-Elgin as the No. 1 metro area for…
Illinois Poised to Lead SAF Industry
Illinois leaders are coming together around sustainable aviation fuel Illinois is positioned to lead in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), a burgeoning industry with the potential to significantly alter the transport of goods and travel. SAF is an alternative fuel made from non-petroleum feedstocks and is increasingly recognized as a critical component in reducing greenhouse gas…
Illinois’ Power Play: Pioneering EV at EV Industry Day 2024
Team Illinois to Host EV Industry Day 2024 The electric vehicle (EV) industry is uniquely positioned at the intersection of technological novelty and environmental sustainability — and at a critical time in our planet’s history. As the world eagerly shifts toward cleaner energy solutions, Illinois is emerging as a pivotal hub for EV companies and…