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 Economic Development Administration awarded Goodwill Industries of WNY a $4.5 million project grant under the Economic Adjustment Assistance program to strengthen the advanced manufacturing sector in Buffalo, New York. Funding will support development of the Northland Corridor by renovating two industrial buildings 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 increase access to advanced manufacturing careers. Once completed, the investment is intended to develop and strengthen regional industry clusters in Buffalo while creating good-paying jobs and enhancing U.S. competitiveness globally. The Economic Adjustment Assistance program aims to support regions facing adverse economic changes through technical assistance and infrastructure projects.

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.