Site Readiness Surge: States Bet Big to Attract Industrial Investment and Jobs
December 17, 2025
A critical shortage of development-ready industrial sites is pushing states to invest hundreds of millions of dollars in product development. These proactive efforts aim to enhance the developability and speed-to-market of industrial property, ultimately attracting capital investment and job creation. Site Selection Group regularly monitors these investments, and this article will explore the current landscape of product development funding across the U.S.
What is Product Development?
Product development refers to the proactive efforts of states, ...
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