New York State allocates $30 million for early-stage startup funding
“The program is intended to support the development of businesses in high-growth industries and the creation of 21st century jobs, according to the state. It also will expand access to venture capital to those in underserved geographies and historically marginalized people and companies.”
Syracuse-based economic org receives $1 million grant to support CNY job training
“Syracuse-based economic development organization CenterState CEO is set to receive a $1 million grant to support job training from New York state as part of a statewide shift towards a technology-centered workforce.”
Plug Power’s New Manufacturing Factory to Create 1,600 Green Jobs
“Electrical equipment manufacturing company Plug Power Inc. announced the completion of its new $125 million fuel cell manufacturing facility at Vista Technology Park in Slingerlands, New York. The company expects the location to create more than 1,600 green jobs in the next five years and retain another 701 positions in Albany County.”
Zinc8 Energy Solutions Plans Ulster County, New York, Manufacturing Center-Headquarters
“Zinc8 Energy Solutions, USA, a leader in the long-duration energy storage industry, will relocate its manufacturing facility and U.S. headquarters to the former Tech City, IBM Ulster campus in Kingston, New York. The $68 million project is expected to create up to 500 jobs over the next five years.”