02 May 2022
2022 ECG Economic Development Summit Highlights
The 2022 Economic Development Summit wrapped up on a high note.
“Think scalability! Think open-minded as you listen to our speakers in the next couple of days! There are things you can identify and find areas that you can apply in your communities.”
12 Apr 2022
Ecopol to Establish Manufacturing Plant, North America Headquarters in Spalding County
Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that sustainability-focused Ecopol, a European leader in the production of biodegradable PVA film, will invest more than $38 million and create 130 new jobs at the company’s first North American facility in Spalding County.
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Grants & Funding Opportunities | April 2022
Welcome to April, officially Spring in Georgia!
Each month at ECG’s Office of Economic & Community Development, we assemble a list of grants and funding opportunities. This month we highlight the Partnership for Inclusive Innovation; A Georgia Smart Communities Challenge. We continually share this information and update our blog with funding opportunities that may be relevant to your needs.
04 Mar 2022
Press Release: Harris Expands Cordele Facility
Cordele, GA – In response to the continued growth in customer demand for their machinery, Harris, a division of Avis Industrial, has announced the dramatic expansion of the company’s advanced machine shop at its Cordele, GA manufacturing complex.
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01 Mar 2022
Grants & Funding Opportunities | March 2022
Hello March!
ECG’s Office of Economic & Community Development assembles available opportunities in grants and funding relevant to your needs. This month we highlight two offerings by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, the Equity Fund (OneGeorgia Authority) and the OneGeorgia Rural Innovation Fund. We continue to share information about additional funding opportunities throughout the year.