This EDA investment supports the western new york's advanced manufacturing cluster, led by the empire state development corridor, with strengthening the advanced manufacturing sector in buffalo, new…

The Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration awarded an $18 million Project Grant under the Economic Adjustment Assistance program to support advanced manufacturing initiatives in Buffalo, New York. Funding will accelerate growth of advanced manufacturing in the region through projects including renovating two industrial buildings to develop the Northland Corridor campus and creating an on-site clean energy microgrid. The award will also expand small and mid-sized manufacturer training at Buffalo Manufacturing Works and build out a career readiness program to expand entry points into advanced manufacturing careers. Once implemented, the investment is intended to strengthen the regional advanced manufacturing industry cluster led by Empire State Development while embracing economic equity and competitiveness. The Buffalo Urban Development Corporation will oversee delivery of the grant objectives.

This EDA investment supports the western new york's advanced manufacturing cluster, led by the empire state development corridor, with strengthening the advanced manufacturing sector in buffalo, new york by accelerating the growth of advanced manufacturing in the region. The projects funded as part of this award include development of the northland corridor in buffalo's east side by renovating two industrial buildings and creating a clean energy microgrid to power the campus. Funding will also expand a small- and mid-sized manufacturer training program at the buffalo manufacturing works and build out a career readiness program to expand on-ramps into an advanced manufacturing career. Once implemented, the investment will help develop and strengthen regional industry clusters - all while embracing economic equity, creating good-paying jobs, and enhancing U.S. Competitiveness globally.