Regional Economic Development Research Laboratory

Regional Economic Development Research Laboratory

GOALS

	Facilitate and conduct innovative research projects whose results can be used by state and local leaders, agencies, and foundations to enhance prospects for regional economic development.
	--Special focus on the impacts of national and global economic change on regional employment opportunities and quality of life. --Special focus on the potential of alternative industries as sources of regional economic growth and development. --Special focus on the influence of existing and proposed national, state, and local public policies and programs on regional economic growth and development
	Establish a critical mass of expertise in regional economics, rural development, and urban planning using Clemson University faculty, facilities, and resources; and collaboration with researchers at other universities and government agencies
	Serve as a focal point for requests from state and local governments, foundations, private firms, U.S. government departments, and private, nonprofit groups for research pertaining to regional economic development trends, strategies and policies.