Priority Midland by the Numbers: Housing
Infographic Published on August 15, 2019Recent advances in the petroleum sector have led major analysts and energy companies to broadly anticipate expansive increases in Permian Basin production over the next few years. Much of this activity will be centered in the Midland area and the resulting growth will bring enormous potential benefits with profound implications for housing. In light of this growth, it is imperative that additional land be available for residential development. Proactive efforts to deal with issues and prepare for the coming growth can position the area to emerge stronger and more prosperous in the future.
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- housing,
- housing markets,
- Midland,
- Permian Basin,
- real estate
Economic Benefits Associated with Galveston National Laboratory Research Activity
Infographic Published on October 30, 2018The Galveston National Laboratory (GNL) at the University of Texas Medical Branch is an anchor lab of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health. As part of the Biodefense Laboratory Network, GNL is involved in crucial research to better understand, prevent, and treat dangerous pathogens.
Educational Attainment and Household Wealth in Texas
Infographic Published on June 14, 201665.9% of the current school-age population in Texas belongs to Hispanic, Black, or Asian/other households which, when combined, only account for 11% of the state's household wealth. If we don't provide the needed resources, educational attainment in the state will trend downward and overall economic performance, opportunity, and standards of living will be eroded over time.
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- education,
- educational attainment,
- household,
- wealth
Electronic Payments and the US Economy: Adding Jobs and Growing the Economy
Infographic Published on October 30, 2015An easy to use, efficient method of purchasing goods and services is essential to a well functioning economy. Payment methods have evolved throughout human history, from barter to primitive forms of money, to full-bodied coins and precious metals, to bank notes, to national fiat currency and checks. This infographic summarizes some of the findings in our full report, The Electronic Payment System: An Assessment of Benefits for the US and State Economies.
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- electronic payments,
- payments,
- US economy
The Economic Costs of Child Maltreatment
Infographic Published on November 13, 2014Every year, millions of children in the United States suffer from some type of abuse or neglect. Even beyond the horrific physical and mental costs of child maltreatment, there is also a tremendous economic cost. This infographic summarizes some of the key findings in our report, Suffer the Children: An Assessment of the Economic Costs of Child Maltreatment.
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- child abuse,
- child maltreatment