New York surpasses MWBE goal for fourth year

Financing the new justice centre in Kristianstad, Sweden!   Nordic Investment Bank has signed a 14-year loan agreement with Intea for the new justice centre in Kristianstad. The SEK 1 billion loan will co-finance the centre, that brings together several key public authorities. The centre is intended to work as a model for replication in Sweden, with both buildings targeting a BREAAM Excellent sustainability certification. #SustainableFinance #SecurityResilience #Sweden

ANC’s new economic plan: Freddie Mitchell from Aluma Capital discusses the impact on GROOTfm 90.5 The ANC recently unveiled its economic action plan, which includes expanding electricity infrastructure, revitalising the chrome and manganese industries, driving local economic development, and expanding public employment and skills programmes. Our economist from Aluma Capital, Freddie Mitchell, shares more about this on GrootFM.

NineSquared appointment to Victorian Government Panel We are pleased to announce that NineSquared has recently been appointed as a service provider on the Victorian Government Professional Advisory Services (PAS) State Purchase Contract (SPC). This appointment recognises our proven expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality advisory services across government and public sector projects. As part of the PAS panel, NineSquared is approved to provide services in the following categories: - Strategic Policy Review and Reform Project Development - Business Case Preparation and Development - Market Engagement and Implementation - Project, Program and Business Review and Evaluation - Economic Advisory Services - General Commercial Advice The appointment means that NineSquared is now part of the Victorian Government's new Digital Marketplace which makes it easier for government agencies find and engage professional services suppliers.  🔗 Learn more about our services and experience: https://lnkd.in/gmXRZu-4 If you’d like to discuss how we can support you under the PAS SPC, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

The PJM Board of Managers has never had representation from a single PJM state, instead offering those seats to regulators from non-PJM states and even other countries. That means the very states responsible for investing in and delivering the region’s power have no direct voice in how that power is governed. That's why a bipartisan cohort of governors across the PJM region, including Governor of Virginia Glenn Youngkin, are calling for reform to ensure states have a seat at the table and a say in the decisions that shape our energy future. Read more at https://lnkd.in/eV6MEya6

Citizens' Independent Transportation Trust hosted their Annual Municipal Workshop where Miami-Dade TPO Executive Director, Aileen Bouclé, AICP, provided an update on the SMART Program, SMART Demonstration Projects, grant opportunities, upcoming events, including the TPO’s Transportation Industry Forum.    The CITT is the 15-member body created to oversee the People's Transportation Plan funded with the half-penny sales surtax, which includes the Municipal Transportation Program.    #MiamiDadeTPO

DBEs don’t just build infrastructure—they drive innovation and competition in an industry too often dominated by large firms. Their expertise and local investment ensure safer, more resilient roads, bridges, and airports. Without the DBE program, we risk losing this innovation while weakening the communities these businesses call home. Congress must reauthorize the DBE program to keep progress moving forward. #DBEProgram #InfrastructureMatters #SupportDiverseBusinesses https://lnkd.in/gPRDjqjz

Today, the NJEDA Board approved a new $75M grant program which will support retrofit projects that enable energy improvements for buildings, campuses, and multi-building facilities. Designed as a complement to NJ Cool, RETROFIT is a first-in-the-nation program to support multi-pronged, large-scale retrofit projects. https://lnkd.in/eb8ZPkR2

Understanding the difference between Formula Grants and Global (or Block) Grants is critical for both applicants and administrators. 🖇️ Valeria Martínez clarifies these two major funding models. Watch now!

In this edition of the PE Briefing, Dom Sorbara, Elizabeth Dylke, James Morand and Gary S. A. Solway examine the forces shaping capital deployment and structuring today—from the rapid evolution of private credit and the advantages of Ontario LPs for foreign sponsors, to practical guidance on negotiating earnouts. Read the full report here: https://ow.ly/uLv130sQhKm #PrivateEquity #InvestmentTrends #PrivateCredit

There have been many changes recently, including a new president-elect for the 3 Rivers Association (Nancy) and Jen Viano moving into the presidency. In addition, the association has moved locations. A big closing happened, and someone had a first-time buyer closing. Most importantly, the rate was cut by a quarter of a point as predicted, and there is talk of two more rate cuts this year. #realestate #marketnews #ratecut #newpresident #closing