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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE White Mountain Economic Development Awarded MAKE IT Prize Grant from the Department of Energy Phoenix, AZ, 04/12/2024 - White Mountain Economic Development (WMED) is proud to announce that it has been selected as a Phase 1 winner of the Manufacture of Advanced Key Energy Infrastructure Technologies (MAKE IT) Prize: Strategies Track. This prestigious grant, awarded by the Department of Energy (DOE), recognizes WMED's commitment to advancing clean energy manufacturing in collaboration with key partners. The MAKE IT Prize, developed by DOE's Office of Technology Transitions (OTT) in partnership with its Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) and Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), aims to promote domestic manufacturing of critical energy technology components while engaging communities to catalyze manufacturing activity at the regional level. "We are thrilled to be selected as a winner of the MAKE IT Prize Phase 1 grant," said Russ Yelton, Executive Director of White Mountain Economic Development. "This grant will allow us to further our mission of fostering sustainable economic growth and empowering our partner communities through clean energy initiatives." Through this grant, WMED will collaborate with the cities of St. Johns and Showlow, Northland Pioneer College, Navajo County, and Apache County to develop a roadmap for establishing clean energy manufacturing in the region. The project will focus on identifying potential manufacturers, engaging the community, and creating a strategic plan to support clean energy manufacturing initiatives. "In Phase 1 of the MAKE IT Prize: Strategies Track, we outlined our vision for clean energy manufacturing in our region and developed a comprehensive community engagement plan," explained Donald Laughlin, President and CEO at WMED. "Winning this grant validates our efforts and positions us to compete in Phase 2: Create, where we will further refine our concept roadmap and engage potential manufacturers." WMED and its partners are excited to participate in this groundbreaking initiative, which aligns with the DOE's goal of promoting resilient, secure, and diverse supply chains and domestic manufacturing capabilities to maximize the benefits of federal investments in climate and clean energy. About White Mountain Economic Development: White Mountain Economic Development (WMED) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering sustainable economic growth and empowering communities in eastern Arizona. Through strategic partnerships and initiatives, WMED works to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and workforce development to create a thriving economy for all residents. #MAKEITPrize #ZeroCarbon #Manufacturing #CleanEnergy #SupplyChain #AmericanMade Contact: Russ Yelton Executive Director White Mountain Economic Development 828.582.6323 russ@yeltonandassociates.com www.wmedev.org

Educating the next generation of energy leaders is an important part of what we do. We recently hosted students and teachers from Middleburgh High School for a control room tour and energizing conversation. Watch this WNYT NewsChannel 13 story for more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eaTJjkqi

Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) sends around a monthly "reading list" on energy conversion topics. I've captured the May update in a blog post: Clean Energy Articles May 2024 (12thandupton.com)

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🌐 Let's Shape Fresno's Future Together! 🚀 #BusinessFriendlyFresno As I continue my campaign for Fresno City Council – District 6, I want to hear directly from YOU! 🗣️ 💼 Question for You: What business-friendly practices would you like to see implemented in our city? Whether it's streamlined permitting processes, increased access to resources, or initiatives that foster a vibrant business community, your input matters! Let's work together to make Fresno an even better place to live, work, and thrive. 📢 Share Your Thoughts: Drop your ideas in the comments or feel free to send me a message. #MollyForFresno #BusinessInnovation #FresnoCityCouncil 🌟🏙️

Update on project Hartsook in Valley Village California.  Dm me the word "start" if you want to learn more about how we're able to do these projects!

My latest Substack is here! Considering where we spend 90% of our time when 10% of our population is sucking up our energy. #HigherEd #Conflict #Optimization #Strategy https://lnkd.in/e22shA3z

Is Buckeye AZ a new hot spot?? Buckeye, Arizona has exploded in growth in recent years, transforming from a quiet town to a booming center of development in the West Valley. This surge is fueled by several factors. [1] Location (proximity to California, [2] Land Availability (vast amount of undeveloped land), [3] Business-Friendly Environment (reducing taxes for qualified companies), and [4] Strategic Planning (vision includes large-scale projects like Teravalis).

Strategic Plan Success! On this episode of All About Albemarle, a local radio segment, we talk about the City’s Strategic Plan in action. The plan was developed following responses from residents to a community survey, feedback from City Staff, and input from City Council. In year two of the City’s Strategic Plan, the city completed 78 tactics, or action items, the City committed to in order to accomplish the Goals of the Strategic Plan which are: Organizational Capacity - Invest in our workforce to enhance city operations and efficiency to better serve the community. Safety & Security - Enhance resources and improve practices to protect our residents and safeguard the city in order to improve quality of life. Infrastructure - Invest in infrastructure needed to ensure reliable and consistent service delivery. Community & Economic Growth Opportunities - Guide growth and facilitate economic opportunities in order to benefit all residents and businesses. Inclusive Community Engagement - Enhance community amenities, programs, and services to engage residents of different backgrounds, lifestyles, and generations. Learn more about the strategic plan by visiting https://buff.ly/3M7gBPX

It’s All Starts Here 📍 Here as in: The transition to 9th grade. The city of Chicago. The work of Project OneTen. Learn more about #ItAllStartsHere at https://lnkd.in/gHsirH9D.