Renewable Energy Market Report Brunswick Landing: Maine s Center for Innovation

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1 Renewable Energy Market Report Brunswick Landing: Maine s Center for Innovation Land where your business will take off! July 2012

2 Brunswick Landing: Maine s Center for Innovation is a progressive and innovative location for your clean technology business. Brunswick Landing is a 3,200 acre campus with significant infrastructure and facility assets. And with a skilled and motivated civilian workforce, Brunswick Landing can host a variety of energy related businesses. You are invited to take a closer look at the Renewable Energy Center at Brunswick Landing: Maine s Center for Innovation. The Renewable Energy Center Brunswick Landing: Maine s Center for Innovation Maine is poised for dramatic economic growth in renewable energy technologies. With alternative energy as one of Maine s targeted and fastest growing economic sectors, the Renewable Energy Center at Brunswick Landing will concentrate on renewable energy: Product Manufacturing Generation/Distribution Research and Development In addition, Brunswick Landing is the new home of the Maine Advanced Technology and Engineering Center (MATEC), a partnership between the University of Maine and Southern Maine Community College. The focus will be on precision manufacturing, advanced energy systems, ship/boat building and composites. With several institutions of higher education having a presence at Brunswick Landing the Renewable Energy Center will become a national center for excellence using renewable, clean energy technologies. Brunswick Landing Located within 50 miles of two-thirds of Maine s labor force and with easy access to I-295, I-95 and U.S. Route 1, Brunswick Landing is integrated into the communities of Bath, Brunswick and Topsham which are located in the beautiful midcoast region of Maine - just 30 minutes from Portland and less than two hours from Boston. Take a closer look at what the Brunswick Renewable Energy Center has to offer the clean technology industry. 2

3 Did you know... Source: Maine Department of Labor, Center for Workforce Research and Information Within 50 miles of Brunswick Landing, the labor pool of renewable energy workers is made up of: 343,490 workers in occupations that are likely to produce green workers 14,920 workers are presently working at green composites establishments Two-thirds of Maine s labor force is located within 50 miles of Brunswick Landing Key Features of the Renewable Energy Center at Brunswick Landing Renewable energy research, development and demonstration site Business park model that combines energy technology business operations with on-site production of energy used within the park itself Dynamic power demonstration and production facilities that allow for components to be easily swapped out when new technologies evolve Cutting edge research center of excellence in the Northeast for alternative energy development Economically and environmentally sustainable for alternative energy facilities and clean industries Incorporation of sustainable green growth in the property redevelopment Source: Maine Department of Labor, Center for Workforce Research and Information Renewable Energy Center Partners Economic Development Administration Efficiency Maine Environmental and Energy Technology Council of Maine (E2Tech) Fraunhofer Center for Sustainable Energy Systems Maine Office of Energy Independence and Security Maine Technology Institute National Renewable Energy Laboratory University of Maine US Department of Energy US Environmental Protection Agency 3

4 General Labor Pool for Brunswick, Maine (Selected Occupations) Within 50 miles of Brunswick, there are 14,490 workers in occupations that are likely to produce "green" workers Standard Occupational Classification Title # Working Mean Avg. Standard Occupational Classification Title # Working Industrial Production Managers 380 $41.91 Electricians 1,750 $20.47 Natural Sciences Managers 130 $46.60 Structural Iron and Steel Workers 110 $18.21 Purchasing Agents and Buyers, Farm Products * $29.95 Helpers--Carpenters 80 $ ,370 $25.43 Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software 330 $41.41 First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers Chemical Engineers 100 $45.92 Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors 70 $26.51 Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers Mean avg. 180 $ $20.85 Industrial Engineers 470 $35.22 Industrial Machinery Mechanics 510 $24.02 Architectural and Civil Drafters 360 $23.38 Millwrights 90 $20.29 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technicians 260 $23.11 Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers 230 $13.18 Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists 180 $23.76 First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Production and Operating Workers Chemists 200 $30.82 Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health 2,230 $ $ $26.05 Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters 510 $20.10 Hydrologists 60 $35.61 Team Assemblers 1,970 $13.79 Chemical Technicians 150 $18.13 Computer-Controlled Machine Tool 270 $19.20 Operators, Metal and Plastic Commercial and Industrial Designers 110 $27.45 Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine 180 $18.65 Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic Occupational Health and Safety Specialists 160 $29.28 Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, 380 $21.94 Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic Customer Service Representatives 6,330 $15.15 Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers 1,170 $18.11 Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance 580 $16.87 Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators 220 $20.90 Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks 780 $21.99 Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders 90 $16.78 First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Farming, 70 $23.70 Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, 130 $15.58 Fishing, and Forestry Workers Operators, and Tenders Agricultural Inspectors * $14.00 Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity 180 $19.17 Carpenters 2,320 $17.32 Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators 2,200 $15.21 Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers 210 $16.69 Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand 4,020 $13.12 Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators Source: Maine Department of Labor, Center for Workforce Research and Information 890 $18.43 Total 14,490 4

5 BRUNSWICK The early residents of Brunswick made their living from fishing, farming, lumbering and shipbuilding. During the twentieth century, Brunswick experienced extensive population growth, and has continued to grow steadily ever since. Brunswick is home to Bowdoin College and Naval Air Station Brunswick, has 66 miles of irregular shoreline along the Atlantic Ocean and 12 miles along the Androscoggin River. Brunswick was voted one of the top 100 Best Places to Live and Launch 2008 by CNN/Money Magazine. County: Cumberland Population: 22,192 Area: 49.7 sq. miles Pop. Density: 447/sq. mile Median Age: 38.2 yrs Per Capita Income: $26,116 Source: Sperling s Best Places Major Employers The following companies are the major employers in the region: Bath Iron Works Bowdoin College Harry C. Crooker and Sons, General Contractors L.L. Bean Mid Coast Hospital Parkview Adventist Hospital Sweetser (Behavioral Health Care) Source: Maine 2008 Business Directory, Maine Department of Labor Major Industries The region enjoys a blend of traditional industries as well as emerging technologies. Such industries include: Boat and ship building Composites and marine services Financial services Commercial fishing and lobstering Health services Education Tourism and recreation Source: Maine Department of Labor Area Rate (%) Labor Force, Employment and Unemployment (September 2011) Civilian Labor Force Number Employed Number Unemployed Unemployment Bath 4,546 4, % Brunswick 10,020 9, % Topsham 4,787 4, % Region 40,659 38,013 2, % Maine 708, ,706 50, % US 152,693, ,953,000 14,740, % Source: Maine Department of Labor - Center for Workforce Research 5

6 Property Taxes (2011) Property Tax Assessments Tax Rate (Assessed Value) Assessment Ratio Bath $17.20 per $1, % Brunswick $22.87 per $1,000 62% Topsham $16.15 per $1, % Source: Towns of Brunswick and Topsham, City of Bath Airport Access Brunswick Executive Airport (BXM) - on property (Brunswick, ME) Portland International Jetport 30 miles (Portland, ME) Manchester Boston Regional Airport 120 miles (Manchester, NH) Logan International Airport Boston 130 miles (Boston, MA) Rail Access To provide infrastructure for its railroad lines to grow, the State of Maine partnered with local rail lines to build a truck-to-rail intermodal facility in Auburn, located about 40 miles north of, and inland from, Portland, Maine. There is active rail lines adjacent to the Brunswick Landing property. In addition, the Downeaster, Amtrak service from Boston, is expected to arrive in Brunswick by Port Access Port Access is available in Portland, which is approximately 30 minutes from the midcoast region via the Portland International Marine Terminal and the Portland Ocean Terminal (Pier 1 and 2). Electricity (Distribution) Natural Gas Water Sewer Telephone Broadband Cable Utilities MRRA Maine Natural Gas MRRA MRRA FairPoint Communications Oxford Networks, GWI, FairPoint Communications Comcast Taxes General 5% Lodging and Prepared Food 7% Income Tax 8.5% Commute to Work Patterns This table describes the commute times and number of people coming to the region for work. Commute Time 0-15 Minutes 4, Minutes 2, Minutes 2, Minutes 801 Total 10,030 Source: Maine Department of Labor Work Force Training Programs When locating to Brunswick Landing, you will have access to a highly skilled and qualified work force and several customizable training resources just outside the door. Customized state training programs meet the business demands for a highly skilled, technical workforce including training, reimbursement, and apprenticeship programs. The following education and training programs will be integrated into the business landscape at NASB. Maine Quality Centers Program - Through its Community College System, Maine offers free training and education for qualified new and expanding businesses. Under the Maine Quality Centers program, businesses - or consortia of small businesses - creating a minimum of eight new full-time jobs are eligible for customized recruitment, high-performance skills, or customized technical training. Maine Advanced Technology & Engineering Campus (MATEC) - A joint higher education venture of the University of Maine and Southern Maine Community College. Technology Occupations Through Pathways Strategies (Tops) TOPS provides 50% wage reimbursements for up to 13 weeks and classroom training cost reimbursement for upgrading work forces skills or skill gaps for an employer s needs for Maine resident hires. Colleges and Universities Nearby Southern Maine Community College (on site) University of Maine (on site) Southern New Hampshire University Bowdoin College 6

7 Business Incentives A number of business incentives for new, relocating and existing businesses are offered by the midcoast community and the State of Maine. Pine Tree Development Zones (PTDZ) - Tax rebate and reimbursement program offered by the State. Created in 2006, the PTDZ includes approximately 1,000 acres at Brunswick Landing. Redevelopment in the PTDZ reduces the tax burden for qualified businesses through a variety of exemptions, reimbursements and credits: Corporate Income Tax Credit Qualified companies will receive a 100% Maine State corporate income tax exemption for years 1-5 of their Maine based operation. Qualified companies will receive a 50% Maine State corporate income tax exemption for years 6-10 of their Maine based operation. Insurance Tax Credit - Qualified companies will receive a 100% tax credit benefit on insurance premiums for up to five years. Sales and Use Tax Exemption Qualified companies will receive a 100% State of Maine sales tax exemption on all equipment and building supplies for years 1-10 of their Maine based operation. Employment Tax Increment Financing Qualified companies will be reimbursed 80% of a qualified employee s personal state income tax obligation. For example, if an employee s State personal income tax obligation for a year is $2000, the State will return $1,600 to the company. If a company has ten similar employees, the company will receive $16,000. Employment Wage Subsidy and Training Funds - Employees can qualify for up to 12 weeks of new hire wage reimbursement or 50% of wages, training and education subsidies. Maine Apprenticeship Program - Maine works together with employers to cover the costs of customized, on-the-job training and classroom programs aimed at providing employees with professional credentials. Foreign Trade Zone - The Brunswick Landing will be a designated a Foreign Trade Zone. New Market Tax Credit (NMTC) - A federal program that benefits companies locating to Brunswick Landing. A business is only required to repay about 70% of loans that are funded by NMTC investors. Source: Maine Department of Economic and Community Development. 7

8 MRRA Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority Contact Info: Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority 2 Pegasus St., Suite 1, Unit 200 Brunswick, ME Telephone: Fax: info@mrra.us MRRA is is the master developer 8 of Brunswick Landing and Topsham Commerce Park.