Economic Development

Solid Ground Supports Beginning CT Farmers for Over a Decade

Solid Ground has supported beginning farmers in Connecticut since 2012 through support from USDA-NIFA

Wind turbines in the desert at sunset.

UConn College of Engineering Announces New Power Electronics Research Center

This innovative new Center of Excellence will advance research and education in power electronics ranging from semiconductor materials to systems

Anke Finger, director of the graduate program in German studies at UConn and co-director of EUROBIZ and EUROTECH, speaks during the Germany on Campus summit in the Alumni Center.

Prominent German Company Executives Come to UConn to Recruit New Business, Engineering Talent

‘Having exposure to German companies and German life absolutely would set someone apart as a job candidate’

Attendees of the "UConn Forum: Economic Engine of a Thriving Connecticut" event listen to UConn President Radenka Maric speak in the Rowe Commons ballroom.

UConn Forum Draws Top Minds to Brainstorm Ways to Grow Connecticut’s Economy

'We make the impossible possible in Connecticut'

UConn Ranked Among Top U.S. Universities for Patent Issuances

UConn has been ranked 72nd of all U.S. universities for patent issuances by the National Academy of Inventors

Horsebarn Hill at UConn

Agriculture Contributes $4 Billion to CT Economy, Report Shows

'The numbers are significant and it’s important to recognize [agriculture’s] proper placement in the state economy'

"Innovation Connecticut" on a screen with a row of chairs on the stage

UConn Innovation Documentary Draws Hundreds, Prompts Insightful Panel Discussion

'UConn has been at the heart of our innovation for many years, and we need it more now than ever'

UConn and Eversource Host Third Annual Sustainable Clean Energy Summit

Gene Rodrigues, U.S. Department of Energy Assistant Secretary for Electricity, served as keynote speaker

lobster boats

Repackaging Seafood Waste as Plastic Alternatives

Researchers from the Department of Nutritional Sciences are commercializing technology to turn waste into plastic-free, biodegradable packaging

“Innovation in Connecticut" filming crew outside of a location shoot.

UConn to Premiere Wide-Ranging ‘Innovation in Connecticut’ Documentary

An evening to celebrate Connecticut’s - and UConn’s - fascinating history of innovation