# 2021 - Appalachian Regional Commission

- Appalachian Regional Commission Strategic Plan: Synthesis Report In the Spring of 2021, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), in partnership with Maher &#38; Maher, embarked on a series of stakeholder engagement activities. The purpose was to gather input regarding the strengths, challenges, and opportunities facing the Region, along with ideas for strategies and solutions to advance economic prosperity. That input will provide the [&#8230;]The post Appalachian Regional Commission Strategic Plan: Synthesis Report appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- Self-Employment, Industrial Diversity, and Growth in Appalachia This research examines the impact of industry-specific entrepreneurship on overall employment growth in Appalachia. Full ReportThe post Self-Employment, Industrial Diversity, and Growth in Appalachia appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- Economic Structure in Appalachia’s Metro Regions This research identifies industries that might be further developed to strengthen industrial clusters—and support overall economic development—in each of the micro- and metropolitan areas wholly within the Appalachian Region. Overview SupplementsThe post Economic Structure in Appalachia’s Metro Regions appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- An Economic Analysis of Appalachian Power Industry Ecosystems This report explores the implications of the changing power industry and the variations in impact across the Appalachian Region. Similar to past work examining the coal industry ecosystem, three measures are examined at the county level throughout Appalachia: dependence, impact, and risk.&#160; Full ReportThe post An Economic Analysis of Appalachian Power Industry Ecosystems appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- ARC Awards $5.5 Million to 17 Projects that Provide Training and Work Support to Individuals Recovering from Substance Use Disorder The second round of 2021 INvestments Supporting Partnerships In Recovery Ecosystems (INSPIRE) grants expand on collaborative recovery-to-work efforts to help Appalachian communities, businesses, and individuals succeed. WASHINGTON, D.C., November 16, 2021—Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded $5.5 million to 17 projects through INvestments Supporting Partnerships In Recovery Ecosystems (INSPIRE), an initiative addressing Appalachia’s substance [&#8230;]The post ARC Awards $5.5 Million to 17 Projects that Provide Training and Work Support to Individuals Recovering from Substance Use Disorder appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- Legislative Update: President Biden Signs Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Which Includes $1 Billion for ARC Over Five Years President Biden signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) today, which includes $1 billion over five years for the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), starting in FY22 with $200 million. The funding through IIJA is in addition to ARC’s pending appropriation of $210 million through the FY22 Energy &#38; Water Development Appropriations Act. The infrastructure [&#8230;]The post Legislative Update: President Biden Signs Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Which Includes $1 Billion for ARC Over Five Years appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- Subregions in Appalachia This map shows the Appalachian Region divided into five subregions: northern, north central, central, south central, and southern Appalachia.The post Subregions in Appalachia appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- Small Communities, Big Solutions Conference Each year, the Alliance for Economic Development of Southern West Virginia, the West Virginia Community Development Hub and Coalfield Development team up to shine a spotlight on West Virginia, by hosting the Small Communities, Big Solutions Conference. This event showcases all the successes and highlights what is working across the state. Each year a mix [&#8230;]The post Small Communities, Big Solutions Conference appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- Where to Start? Webinar for Energy Communities Starting a Transformation Communities are often surprised when a power plant or mine announces it will close. Starting to plan as early as possible for the impacts of such a closure is critical to achieving more successful outcomes. This webinar will provide guidance on getting started, including a discussion with community leaders who have been there and can [&#8230;]The post Where to Start? Webinar for Energy Communities Starting a Transformation appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.
- North Central West Virginia Business Summit & Economic Outlook This regional Business Summit focuses on the future of North Central WV and includes John Deskins’ Economic Outlook presentation.The post North Central West Virginia Business Summit &#038; Economic Outlook appeared first on Appalachian Regional Commission.