Thank you, Illinois Chamber of Commerce, for the opportunity to take part in the engaging 'Engines for Economic Growth' panel today. 🤝

Our CEO, Dan Seals, discussed the importance of public-private collaboration and utilizing a diverse resource portfolio as we transition toward

Officials from Regenified™, Diestel Ranch, Thoren Farms, Burlington Junction Railway, and the City of #RochelleIL , celebrated the inaugural transloading of locally-grown regenified corn to the West Coast from the new Rochelle Intermodal Transload Center. bit.ly/3wiOxoj

On #EVDayIL , we're ready to lead the charge into an electric future.

We have the power, cutting-edge research, engineering workforce, strong economy, and of course, perfect location in the center of our nation.

All to reach our nation-leading goal of 1M EVs on the road by 2030.

We rounded out #EV DayIL learning about #supplychain opportunities and strategies to thrive as an #EV supplier. From building industry partnerships to risk management, panelists Mark Denzler, Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA); David Boulay, IMEC; Jeffrey Taylor, Crafts Technology; Kevin Fernow,

Illinois has robust resources for growing companies in the #EV supply chain; our IllinoisDCEO partners Kristin Richards and Lisa Clemmons Stott explained how the state's programs are helping to bring jobs and investment to #Illinois during #EV DayIL. ⚡

Another great #EVDayIL panel on developing a #battery #supplychain and discussing how collaboration drives innovation. Panelists included:
🔋 Eric Frederickson, Call2Recycle
🔋 Mark Kreusel, Gotion Inc.
🔋 Sam Trinch, 6K Energy
🔋 Spencer Gore, Bedrock Materials

The second #EV DayIL panel stressed the importance of #workforce development and community partnerships in the #EV revolution. This dynamic group explained how they are building the workforce of the future in #Illinois :
⭐ Kara Demirjian Huss, TCCI Manufacturing
⭐ Nate Baguio,

The first #EVDayIL panel highlighted the tremendous opportunities of decarbonizing the transportation industry and provided great insight from panelists representing UL Solutions, Ford Motor Company, Illinois Finance Authority PACE Program, Illinois State Geological Survey, U.S. Department of Energy and Boston Consulting Group. 🌟

#EVDayIL is underway. Visit us to learn how Intersect Illinois can be a resource for your business.

The results speak for themselves and momentum is on #Illinois ' side. Our Chairman john atkinson highlights our state's infrastructure, workforce and commitment to economic development in this Chicago Tribune op-ed.

From 9 straight credit upgrades to being named the No. 2 state

Another bragging point: #Illinois is a top state to work remotely, according to a recent study.💻 🎉

The study evaluated states on cost of living, internet speed, recreation and nightlife, outdoor beauty, and percentage of remote employees. #BeinIllinois ow.ly/L4gG50RlyTw

Check out this edition of Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA)'s Makers Minute about sustainable aviation fuel ( #SAF ) in #Illinois . With a robust #cleanenergy ecosystem, large customer base, and a wealth of feedstocks, SAF producers have great opportunities in Illinois. ✈️

🎓 Illinois investing in the #EV workforce of the future; the state is home to 244 higher ed institutions, including some of the nation’s top engineering and IT/computer science schools.

🙌 #Illinois also boasts state-of-the-art #EV training programs, including those at

This week, in honor of #EarthDay today and #EV DayIL on 4/25, we're showcasing why #Illinois is at the forefront of the #EV revolution as we gear up for EV Industry Day on 4/25. ⚡

Illinois' commitment to #cleanenergy , qualified and growing #EV talent pipeline, and world-class

Don't miss the Illinois Chamber of Commerce's roundtable discussion 4/30, exploring how energy drives #economicdevelopment . Panelists include our CEO, Dan Seals, and partners, including Intersect board companies Illinois American Water & Nicor Gas. Register here: ow.ly/ghFt50Rk8t9

#Illinois ' solar industry is bright. 😎 Over the last eight years, small-scale solar projects have grown from 1K to nearly 80K, and major solar companies like Nexamp and Sunrun are expanding in Illinois. More in Daily Herald: ow.ly/ytG550Rk4WB

.Innovafeed's North American HQ and production facility opened in #DecaturIL today. 👏 Named one of the Most Innovative Companies of 2024 by Fast Company, the French company chose to #BeinIllinois because of its partnership with ADM, proximity to feedstocks, and the

.G&W Electric Co. is constructing the largest commercial and industrial #solar -powered project in #Illinois thanks in part to the state's historic Climate and Equitable Jobs Act and support from ComEd. ☀️☀️☀️ ow.ly/TF1250Rijm4