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Apply for a Microgrant and Let Launch TN Advance Your Business

Jul 27, 2016

Launch TN, the state’s public-private partnership focused on supporting the development of high-growth companies, recently announced the Microgrants program – ideal for TAEBC members. Tennessee-based early-stage companies currently or in the near-term that will be applying for a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Phase I, Phase II or Fast-Track […]

Schneider Electric to Create Jobs, Open Regional Office in Franklin, TN

Jul 21, 2016

TAEBC member, Schneider Electric recently announced that the company will consolidate its existing Middle Tennessee operations in Davidson and Rutherford Counties to Williamson County, opening a major Southeast regional office in Franklin. The consolidation will relocate approximately 900 current employees and create 250 new jobs. Schneider Electric’s regional office will be located at Two Franklin […]

TAEBC Wants to Hear from You! Send Us Your News.

Jul 14, 2016

It’s hard to believe that we’re already halfway through 2016. With the year at the midpoint, it’s a good time for TAEBC to take inventory to find out what our members have been up to. What is your biggest accomplishment this year? What good news do you want to share? Send us any updates, pictures, […]

Download Today: Federal Financing Programs for Clean Energy

Jul 7, 2016

The Department of Energy has released a free resource guide to U.S. programs that support clean energy projects. The Federal Financing Programs for Clean Energy features ten agencies, including summaries and case studies, that can benefit private sector partners in finding capital for energy efficiency and clean energy projects. For every program listed, the guide […]

Building a Better Future: Schneider Electric Continues Partnership with Habitat for Humanity

Jun 29, 2016

TAEBC member, Schneider Electric, a Middle Tennessee-based power company leader, is moving forward with its dedication to providing residential equipment for Habitat of Humanity homes. Schneider Electric is giving back by helping families secure affordable housing. The company made a commitment of dedicating nearly $3.6 million in product and financial donations over the next year. In […]

Local Motors Continues to Expand; Acknowledges IACMI During Grand Opening for Maryland Location

Jun 23, 2016

A vehicle powerhouse with Southeastern connections announced the expansion of operations with the opening of a National Harbor, Maryland facility earlier this month. Local Motors, with locations in Knoxville, Tennessee, not only opened a Northeastern base but also introduced Olli, a self-driving vehicle, and praised the partnership of the Institute for Advanced Composites during the […]

TAEBC Hosts Panel Discussion with Nationally Recognized Energy Innovators

Jun 15, 2016

Some of the nation’s most powerful thought leaders in energy innovation convened in Chattanooga late last month, including the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council. More than 150 attendees from universities, industry and federal agencies participated in the Southeast Regional Energy Innovation Workshop. The forum, designed to advance clean energy technology innovation in the region, was […]

A Booming Advanced Energy Economy, 8.1 Million Jobs and Counting

Jun 8, 2016

 As the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council’s Economic Impact Report foretold in 2015, the advanced energy sector has but one direction to move in and that’s up. A recent report released by the International Renewable Energy Agency – the Renewable Energy and Jobs Annual Review 2016 – shows that more than 8.1 million people worldwide […]

TAEBC’s first Energy Connect event a success; Thanks to sponsor Bradley

May 31, 2016

TAEBC kicked off its new summer event series with an Energy Connect networking opportunity in Nashville at the headquarters of event sponsor and member Bradley (formerly Bradley Arant Boult Cummings) in early May. More than 20 TAEBC members and Bradley invitees attended to hear a presentation on economic development from TVA’s John Bradley. Energy Connect […]