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The future starts here: New Mexico EDD launches division to fuel next-gen business and innovation
May 19, 2025SANTA FE — New Mexico is advancing its commitment to economic development in science and technology by establishing a Technology and Innovation Office (TIO) along with more than $90 million in new funding.
$275,000 awarded to increase food access in New Mexico
May 15, 2025SANTA FE — Today, the New Mexico Economic Development Department announced $275,000 in grants to eight businesses and organizations expanding food access in underserved communities across the state.
EDD announces matching grants in science & technology opening soon
May 14, 2025SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department announces that applications for the FY26 New Mexico Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Matching Grant will open on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
EDD awards $2.3 million to improve outdoor access across NM
May 8, 2025SANTA FE — Today, the New Mexico Economic Development Department announced $2.3 million in grants were awarded to improve access to the outdoors and boost economic opportunity across 14 counties.
$3.3 million awarded to support New Mexico’s advanced energy industry
May 2, 2025SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announced that five advanced energy companies were awarded $3.3 million through the state’s Advanced Energy Award Pilot Program to support innovation and commercialization.
State training awards highlight continued growth in rural jobs
May 1, 2025SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department announced the monthly awards for its Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) for six companies across New Mexico.
$110,000 awarded to fuel New Mexico’s creative business economy
April 30, 2025SANTA FE — Today, the New Mexico Economic Development Department announced 11 businesses have been awarded grants to drive growth, innovation, and increase economic impact across New Mexico’s creative industries.
David White announced as Southwest regional representative
April 29, 2025SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has announced David White, a native New Mexican with over 25 years of banking and agricultural experience, as the new regional representative for Region 5 covering seven counties in...
NM Certifies Aerospace Incubator
April 28, 2025SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department has certified business incubator NewSpace Nexus, whose companies have generated over $50 million in economic impact through customer contracts and venture capital investment.
Governor signs legislation to support infrastructure near military bases
April 24, 2025SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed two bills strengthening New Mexico’s support for communities near military installations.