Northeast Utilities is making publicly available the same compilation of Connecticut economic data two of its energy units and others rely on to recruit workers and businesses to the state.
NU says the 2010-11 edition of its Connecticut Economic Review, published annually by Connecticut Light & Power and Yankee Gas, reveals a variety of data that shows how Connecticut compares to the other 49 states, and in some categories, the world. Â
Some of the areas covered include business innovation, education and productivity, international trade, energy and infrastructure and quality of life. The booklet shows Connecticut stands out as a top five state for worker productivity, foreign direct investments, energy efficiency, advanced degrees, research and development, finance and insurance and high-speed connectivity. Â
“This report shows that there is good economic news happening around the state,” said CL&P President Jeff Butler. Â
This latest edition of the Review also shows:
- Connecticut’s cost of living compares favorably to other premier business locations
- More than 250 aerospace companies have a presence in the state and employ some 40,000 people
- Connecticut has excellent access to world markets
- Connecticut is home to 11 members of the Fortune 500, ranging from General Electric and Xerox to Northeast Utilities, the parent company of CL&P and Yankee Gas
Printed copies are now available. Call (860) 665-5143 to request a copy.  You can also view it online at  http://www.cl-p.com/Business/EconomicDevelopment/ExistingBusiness.aspx.
