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  • Op-ed: Staten Island is uniquely positioned to build offshore wind turbines

    IN THE NEWS

    New York’s economy and environment have been tested like no other city in this country, with challenges that seem to grow as climate change worsens. As we enter 2024, we’re overdue for solutions that can make a difference. Staten Island’s Arthur Kill Terminal is key among them.

  • Nominations open for SIEDC’s "20 Under 40" leadership awards

    PRESS RELEASE

    The Staten Island Economic Development Corporation (SIEDC) invites nominations for its prestigious “20 under 40″ leadership awards. The 25th annual award recognizes the contributions of twenty young professionals under the age of forty who have made significant impacts on Staten Island’s economy and quality of life.

  • SIEDC accepting nominations for ’20 Under 40’ awards program: How to elect a co-worker

    PRESS RELEASE

    If you have a young professional on your staff who has improved Staten Island’s economy and quality of life, the Staten Island Economic Development Corporation (SIEDC) wants to hear about their efforts.

  • KI Legal Distributes 130 Turkeys to Those in Need with Councilmember Hanks, SIEDC

    IN THE NEWS

    KI Legal, in partnership with New York City Councilmember Kamillah Hanks and the Staten Island Economic Development Corporation (SIEDC), hosted a Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on November 21 at Public School 78 on Staten Island. In attendance were KI Legal Co-Founders Andreas Koutsoudakis and Michael Iakovou, Councilmember Hanks, and SIEDC President & CEO Michael Cusick.

  • SIEDC Forum for a Sustainable Future

    IN THE NEWS

    Scene from the SIEDC Forum for a Sustainable Future, keynote breakfast on Friday, February 9, 2024, at Wagner College. The borough's environmental forum featured panel discussions and presentations among city agencies, developers, and industry leaders.

  • SIEDC Health & Wellness Expo empowers community to prioritize their care

    PRESS RELEASE

    In an effort to bridge gaps in healthcare access and promote community well-being, the Staten Island Economic Development Corporation (SIEDC) hosted its renowned annual Health & Wellness Expo on Thursday, Nov. 2, at the College of Staten Island.

  • Five outstanding Staten Islanders to be honored at SIEDC Health and Wellness Expo on Nov. 2

    IN THE NEWS

    The Staten Island Economic Development Corporation (SIEDC) announced the recipients of the 2023 Health Hero Awards are five honorees who embody selflessness through their valuable contributions and demonstrated dedication to the health and well-being of Staten Islanders.

  • SIEDC to honor Ed Burke during forum on sustainable future

    PRESS RELEASE

    The Staten Island Economic Development Corp (SIEDC) has announced that Ed Burke will be honored with the Felix Gilroy Green Genesis Award during the Forum for a Sustainable Future.

  • Forum for a Sustainable Future’ examines Staten Island’s environmental challenges

    IN THE NEWS

    Members of the Staten Island business community gathered at Wagner College on Grymes Hill Friday to learn more about NYC’s ongoing sustainability projects during a series of panels and presentations that highlighted the borough’s role in these initiatives.

  • FDNY cites need to have ‘a seat at the table’ when controversial battery sites are built in NYC

    IN THE NEWS

    As Hecate Grid moves forward with the development of its Swiftsure Project -- a 650 MW, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) that will occupy eight acres of land on Victory Boulevard in Travis -- the utility-scale energy storage operator says it is working closely with the FDNY on a site-specific design that meets the highest standards for safety and security.

  • SBS Commissioner Allocates Millions In Grants For Merchant Associations And BIDs

    IN THE NEWS

    New York City Department of Small Business Services (SBS) Commissioner Kevin D. Kim today announced that the city is awarding $4.79 million in grants. These grants equal up to 69 organizations to support neighborhood-based merchants’ associations and commercial corridors.