The U.S. Department of Agriculture is making $3 million available through the Rural Energy for America Program to conduct feasibility studies for renewable energy systems for agriculture producers and rural small businesses.
Eligible feasibility studies for renewable energy systems include projects that will produce energy from wind, solar, biomass, geothermal, hydro power and hydrogen-based sources.
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Sep. 7, 2010 at 2:29pm Grant money available for renewable energy feasibility studiesSep. 7, 2010 at 12:57pm People on the MovePromotions, hires and recognitions in South SoundZella Kahn-Jetter Ph.D.has been named dean of the School of Engineering at St. Martin's University. She has more than 20 years of experience in Catholic higher education and currently serves as the chair of the Mechanical Engineering Department at Manhattan College, a private Catholic college in New York. Kahn-Jetter will assume her deanship in January. Colleen H. Gillespie has been named chief advisory officer of Olympia-based Cambridge Wealth Management. She has a bachelor's degree in social work from Eastern Washington University and a dual master's degree in public administration/health administration from Portland State University. Posted in BE Daily, Education, Manufacturing/Trade/Transportation, Olympia, Retirement and Investing, South King County, Tacoma, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Sep. 7, 2010 at 12:47pm Pierce College launching online physical therapist assistant programStarting next spring, Pierce College will begin offering a new option for students wishing to pursue careers in health care. The physical therapist assistant program targets students interested in receiving career training, while maintaining their family and work schedules. Sep. 7, 2010 at 11:31am WSDOT receives 21 applications for rail projectsThe Washington State Department of Transportation is reviewing applications for $7.75 million in legislative funding available through grant and loan programs. The freight rail assistance programs are intended to promote economic development and improve mobility by supporting and funding key projects and operations. Sep. 7, 2010 at 8:52am Employment Trends Index declinesThe Conference Board Employment Trends Index decreased in August for the second time in the past four months. The index now stands at 96.7, down from July's revised figure of 97.4. However, the index is up 9.4 percent from a year ago. Sep. 3, 2010 at 1:55pm Home sales slip during AugustHome sales declined during August throughout the South Sound, according to the latest numbers from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service. "It is solidly a buyer's market," said NWMLS director OB Jacobi, general manager of Windermere Real Estate Company. "The market is good for sellers who price their homes correctly." Posted in BE Daily, Lewis County, Mason County, Pierce County, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Sep. 3, 2010 at 1:23pm Economic outlook weakens significantlyThe Washington Economic & Revenue Forecast Council's outlook is significantly weaker than it was during June. The economic recovery has "slowed to an agonizing crawl," according to the council's latest report. The report says job growth remains anemic; housing is looking for a new bottom; and, despite some easing in credit conditions, small businesses continue to face a challenging credit environment. There is still considerable drag in the economy, little lift and increased uncertainty. Sep. 3, 2010 at 12:13pm Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundThe Thurston County Chamber is hosting its Morning MIXXer at 7:30 a.m. Sept. 7 at Massage Envy, 2325 4th Ave., Olympia. The cost is $5 for members and $10 general admission. Call (360) 357-3362 for more information. The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is hosting a Military Affairs Forum from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Sept. 8 at La Quinta Inns & Suites Conference Center, 1425 E. 27th St. The speaker is Karl O. Moe Ph.D., chief of staff of the National Center for Telehealth & Technology. Click here or call Monique Shields at (253) 627-2175 to register. Sep. 3, 2010 at 10:10am Nearly two-thirds of working Americans doubt they'll ever be able to retireMost American workers are satisfied with their jobs, but nearly two in three have strong doubts about being able to eventually stop working and retire, according to a StrategyOne survey. The vast majority of employed Americans who were surveyed describe themselves as satisfied with their jobs (82 percent) and report they get satisfaction from their work (80 percent). About three out of four (72 percent) also said they enjoy where they work and look forward to coming to work every day. Sep. 3, 2010 at 9:46am State launches natural resources Web portalA recently launched online service is supposed to make it easier for people and businesses to find what they need from Washington's natural resources agencies. "One Front Door to Washington's Outdoors" – a collaborative effort of the Governor's Natural Resources Cabinet and the state's "Access Washington" Web team – makes a range of information and services a click or two away for residents and visitors. Sep. 3, 2010 at 9:42am Tax incentives save businesses $236 millionBusiness & Occupation and sales tax incentives reduced state and local tax revenue by $236 million, according to the the Department of Revenue's annual "Descriptive Statistics for Tax Incentives" report. Of this amount, $109.8 million is the sales tax deferral/exemption for high technology firms, $80.7 million stems from deferral/exemptions taken by rural manufacturers, and $23.8 million involves B&O tax credits taken by high technology firms. Sep. 3, 2010 at 9:33am UPS honored for neighborhood alliancesUniversity of Puget Sound has received the 2010 Community Partnership Award from the Cross District Association of Tacoma for its work in partnership with small businesses and the contributions of students, faculty and staff to the local community. UPS was recognized for its mutually beneficial working relationships with the Proctor and Sixth Avenue districts, for hosting the CDA's annual fundraising events and for its support in providing facilities for CDA executive committee meetings. Sep. 3, 2010 at 9:22am Jobless rate for construction industry falls slightlyThe unemployment rate for the construction industry edged down to 17 percent in August compared to 17.3 percent a month earlier, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. In contrast, the nonresidential building construction sector lost 200 jobs last month and has lost 31,900 jobs, or 7.4 percent, over the past year. Nonresidential building construction employment now stands at 682,400 jobs. Sep. 3, 2010 at 9:18am Port of Tacoma ordered to restore wetlandsThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has ordered the Port of Tacoma to restore wetlands destroyed by unauthorized work at two locations in the Commencement Bay area. An EPA investigation with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers uncovered the destroyed wetlands on property the port planned to develop. The damage occurred on the Hylebos Peninsula at the former Hylebos Marsh Wildlife Restoration Project site. The work was done without a Clean Water Act permit in violation of federal law. Sep. 2, 2010 at 2:23pm Many developers in courtSeveral of the South Sound's most prominent real estate developers are spending more time in court than on construction, as banks and other lenders seek to resolve non-performing loans. Hyun J. Um and Thomas A. Price, principals of Prium Inc. and related entities, both filed for personal bankruptcy protection Aug. 17 under provisions of Chapter 11, which contemplates reorganization of their finances. A number of their corporate units also are active as defendants within Pierce County Superior Court. Posted in Banking/Financial Services, BE Daily, Building, Law and Legislation, Pierce County, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Sep. 2, 2010 at 12:43pm People on the MovePromotions, hires and recognitions in South SoundDr. Patrick J. Halpin and Dr. Joseph P. Clabots have joined the board of directors of Puget Sound Health Partners. Halpin is an orthopedic surgeon and managing partner of Olympia Orthopaedic Associates. Clabots is a thoracic surgery specialist practicing in Lakewood. David McDermott has joined Sound Credit Union as a financial advisor for CUSO Financial Services. He has more than 12 years of experience as a registered broker. Posted in Banking/Financial Services, BE Daily, Health care, Lacey, Tacoma, Tourism, Retail and Hospitality by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Sep. 2, 2010 at 11:25am Longtime chamber leader to retireDavid Graybill, president and CEO of Tacoma Pierce County Chamber since September 1983, has announced his pending retirement. The move came 27 years to the day of his hiring to lead the largest business organization in Pierce County. Graybill says he will stay in his post through Dec. 31, 2010, to assist the board of directors in finding his replacement. Sep. 2, 2010 at 9:24am Federal Way accepting applications for tourism enhancement grantsNonprofit organizations that want to increase tourism and overnight stays in Federal Way can get a little financial help from the City of Federal Way. Applications for the City's Tourism Enhancement Grant program are due Sept. 30. Applicants will be invited to a committee review in October and grants will be awarded by December. Sep. 2, 2010 at 8:12am WSDOT adds new tools to deliver travel informationWith the Labor Day holiday approaching, the Washington State Department of Transportation has made it even easier for smart-phone users to "know before you go." A new mobile application for iPhone and Android keeps real-time traffic conditions always at hand. Sep. 2, 2010 at 8:08am Heritage Bank selected among best places to workHeritage Bank has been selected as the Bronze Award winner in the Large Business Category of Washington's Best Workplaces by Puget Sound Business Journal. Finalists were chosen in five categories: Small Business, Medium Business, Large Business, Extra Large Business and Nonprofit Organization. Heritage Bank has been in business for more than 80 years and is a part of Olympia-based Heritage Financial Corp., which also operates Central Valley Bank. Plenty more in the Archives Older Entries » |
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