Blog: Economic Development
Investing in Urban Economic Development: How the Twin Cities are Getting it Right
New York City. San Francisco. Boston. These are among the cities often cited as leaders in urban economic development. Read More
Why Green Development Means Economic Development for Urban Cores
Here at ICIC, we often talk about industrial assets and the ways in which they can be repurposed for the benefit of urban economic development. Read More
EB-5 Financing at Work in Two Inner Cities
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor program, initially launched in 1990 to use foreign direct investment to create jobs in high poverty and high unemployment urban and rural areas, has experienced a rapid uptick in applications over the past few years. Read More
Green Construction Provides Boost for Hartford Jobs Funnel
As the economy recovers, cities are experiencing a boom in the number of “green job” vacancies. Read More
What is the Potential for EB-5 as a Vehicle for Impact Investing?
Impact investing holds significant promise for directing more resources to America’s distressed urban cores. Read More