WASHINGTON DC - The Biden administration is drafting an executive order invoking the Defense Production Act to alleviate shortages of key minerals needed for the technology to store clean energy, according to The Intercept. Using the DPA in this way would bolster the manufacturing capacity of electric vehicle producers. It also indicates the administration is open
SAGINAW - Saginaw Future honored 38 developments announced in 2021 valued at nearly $278 million. More than 2,100 Jobs were created and retained through projects and small business grants administered by Saginaw Future. These projects represent significant growth in manufacturing and service industries in communities throughout Saginaw County. In addition to the Economic Excellence Awards, SPACE
ANN ARBOR - While we’ve come to accept this as a fact, it pays to work towards eliminating the problems that EVs bring to the table. There are armies of scientists who work around the clock to improve the batteries’ power, life, and weight, but there are other areas that still need improving. One of
LANSING – The Michigan Department of Treasury announced that more than $42.2 million will be distributed among 163 municipalities and counties as a part of the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act. Next week, 62 cities, 15 villages, 33 townships and 53 counties will be receiving payments from the Marihuana Regulation Fund. For the
ANN ARBOR - Renaissance Venture Capital has helped attract $2.3 billion in investments for 78 Michigan companies through its portfolio and capital attraction activities. Renaissance also announced that the 55 Michigan companies in its portfolio have raised $2.17 billion to date, or more than $13 for every dollar invested by Renaissance. This is more than
DETROIT - Bronx shoes have been on the market for quite some time now. The brand had established traditions in its production practices. The shoes can give you everything you might ever want from a pair. Here are a few reasons why Bronx’s shoes are a must in every woman’s closet. 1. Comfort and quality
HAZEL PARK - Hot Box Social, the state’s first licensed consumption lounge, will open this month for private events. Located at 23610 John R in Main Street Hazel Park, Hot Box Social is a relaxed gathering space for meetings and special events where cannabis can be consumed in a safe and supportive environment. Capacity is
MIDLAND – As Northwood University celebrates its Founder's Day today, the Michigan university announces the launch of an online lesson for anyone interested in The Northwood Idea and free-market economics. "The Northwood Idea exists as a timeless set of values that adapts to changing conditions while remaining steadfast as a guiding light," stated Dr. Dale
LOUISVILLE —According to Crunchbase, black startup founders raised a record $1.8 billion in January through June of 2021, 80 percent more than the $1 billion raised in all of 2020—but still less than 1.5 percent of all startup funding for the period. “Though the odds against them are still high for all entrepreneurs, statistically,” says
DETROIT - While they only cover seven percent of the ocean, they are estimated to account for somewhere between 10 percent and 30 percent of the life at the bottom of the food web. According to our new research, one byproduct of deep-sea wind farming is that the foundations of these floating turbines could help reverse the
