Blog: Economic Development
Growth of Milwaukee Water Cluster Keeps Rust Belt City Afloat
Milwaukee, once known primarily for its manufacturing and brewing companies, has recently gained attention for its dominance in a different sector – the city has become one of the world’s most significant hubs for water research. Read More
Boston and Pittsburgh’s Similar Approaches to Waterfront Redevelopment
Pittsburgh and Boston largely abandoned their waterfronts in the wake of deindustrialization. Read More
As ICIC Grows, Dudley Square Remains Home
For ICIC, the economic health of Boston’s Roxbury neighborhood is personal. Read More
Film Tax Credit Fatigue?
It was a good idea, in theory: creating a film tax credit would draw Hollywood’s elite to places like Massachusetts, Michigan, New Mexico and South Carolina. Read More
Smart Redevelopment is Returning Former Military Bases to Economic Engines
The end of the Cold War ushered in an era of reduced expenditures for the U.S. military. Read More