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    North Carolina Emerges as Southeast Aerospace and Aviation Capital.

    Global TransPark and Monroe make SB&D’s top-ten aerospace clusters.

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    Chief Executive CEO Survey Ranks N.C. One of the Best States for Business.

    N.C. offers businesses the low costs, skilled workforce and great lifestyle needed to Thrive.

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    Solar Power Visionary Semprius Earns Spot on MIT’s TR10.

    North Carolina company recognized for its ultra-efficient solar technology.

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    North Carolina’s Clean Energy Industry Ranks 8th in Job Growth.

    Solar energy companies discover many avenues for success in N.C.

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    Distinctive Educational Programs Help Produce N.C.’s Skilled Workforce.

    Central Piedmont Community College is first in U.S. to offer German certifications.

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    Our Environment Helps Companies Flourish.

    It does the same for our people.

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