Press Releases

PEW REPORT SHOWS N.C. A LEADER IN GREEN ECONOMY

A new report by the Pew Center on the States indicates that North Carolina is poised to capitalize on Gov. Bev Perdue’s green energy plan, including her proposals to make green energy jobs a cornerstone of North Carolina’s economy. 

Mecklenburg County Finance Service Center to Add 1,014 Jobs

State Grant Helps NACA Expand in Charlotte

Gov. Perdue Proclaims June Motion Picture Industry Month

Gov. Bev Perdue has proclaimed June 2009 as Motion Picture Industry Month, recognizing and celebrating the state’s successful film industry.   

Department of Defense Spending Increased in North Carolina During Fiscal Year 2008

Gov. Bev. Perdue and the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) today announced that Department of Defense spending in North Carolina grew by 22 percent and exceeded $3.6 billion in federal fiscal year 2008 – an increase of $657 million from 2007 data.

Catawba County Manufacturer to Create 302 Jobs

State Grant Helps Ethan Allen Operations Expand in Maiden

Gov. Perdue Welcomes Apple to North Carolina

RALEIGH  --  Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Apple has selected North Carolina as the location for a new data center.  The company is expected to invest more than $1 billion in the project over nine years.

Global Manufacturer to Expand in Eden, Relocate Headquarters to Cary

State Grant Helps Loparex Bring 128 Jobs to N.C.

McDowell County Manufacturer to Add 25 Jobs

State Grant Helps Baldor Electric Co. Expand in Marion

McDowell County Sees Manufacturer Add 43 Jobs

State Grant Helps Morganton Pressure Vessels Expand into Marion

Governor Perdue Announces Reforms to Strengthen Green Economy

rnor Bev Perdue today announced her energy reform package to attract businesses, create jobs and promote a strong and sustainable green economy in North Carolina. She made the announcement at the SAS Solar Farm in Cary, which provides solar-generated power to Progress Energy.