Category: Economic Development

Share Resource Rich Colorado report highlights assets and opportunities in state’s energy economy

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The Colorado Energy Coalition (CEC), an industry affiliate of the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation (Metro Denver EDC), today released its annual study measuring Colorado’s competitive position in the oil, natural gas, coal, renewable energy, alternative-fuel vehicles, and sustainability sectors of the energy industry. The eighth edition of Resource Rich Colorado (RRC) compares Colorado to the 49 other states based on the … Read Post

The Business of Snow

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The first snowflakes have finally fallen in the Denver metro area, with more in the forecast. That’s great news, and not just for those us who want to get in some good ski days—it’s good news for our economy. And, you know why: Snow means water. And, not just for Colorado but for the western … Read Post

Metro Denver EDC Accents Strengths and Challenges to State in ‘Toward a More Competitive Colorado’ Report

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The Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation (Metro Denver EDC) today released the 12th edition of Toward a More Competitive Colorado (TMCC), an annual benchmark report of 111 measures analyzing Colorado’s strengths, challenges, and opportunities for future job growth and economic expansion. First published in 2005, the report evaluates Colorado’s competitive position against the other 49 states. The … Read Post

The Impact of Denver’s Creative Landscape 

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When we talk about the people who make up our incredible workforce, we always mention that we are smart, we are fit and we are entrepreneurial. But don’t forget we are creative and innovative! For almost 30 years, we’ve been supporting that creativity with our Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). This seven-county organization provides funding … Read Post

Study: Metro Denver’s Thriving Economy And High Quality Of Life Make It A Magnet For Millennials

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Just as Metro Denver was once a top location for baby boomers, the region is now a magnet for Millennials, according to a new study—The Millennial Influence in Metro Denver (link to infographic)—released today by the Metro Denver Economic Development Corp. (Metro Denver EDC). The Millennial population, which includes people born between 1981 and 1997, … Read Post

Global site consultants tour region, discuss infrastructure, talent and competitiveness

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Nine global site selection consultants attended the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation‘s (Metro Denver EDC) annual Site Selection Conference, Sept. 14-16, 2016. The event was coordinated in partnership with the Metro Denver EDC’s investors and economic development partners throughout the nine-county Metro Denver and Northern Colorado region. Over the three-day familiarization tour, the site selectors experienced the region’s business … Read Post

Brough: Our Economic Future Depends on Solving Housing Challenge

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The Denver metro area is in the midst of a perfect storm that threatens our ability to retain one of the best workforces in the country. Demand for housing outweighs supply because of the influx of people, coupled with a shortage of new construction for entry-level, for-sale condominiums and houses. Adding to the challenge, we … Read Post

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