“This single investment – the largest in state history – represents the future of automotive manufacturing and establishes the leading role the Peach State will play in this booming industry for generations to come. “We are so proud that Georgia will now be home to Rivian’s largest manufacturing facility,” said Governor Kemp. Rivian’s manufacturing plant represents the single-largest economic development project in state history. Once manufacturing operations are fully ramped up, the Georgia facility will be capable of producing up to 400,000 vehicles per year. Across operations, Rivian will create approximately 7,500 jobs on just under 2,000 acres located at the site known as the East Atlanta Megasite, represented by the Joint Development Authority of Jasper, Morgan, Newton, and Walton counties. (Rivian) will invest $5 billion in a carbon-conscious campus in Georgia for its electric adventure vehicles. “It’s a testament to the pro-jobs, pro-free enterprise efforts that show how business and government work together to create prosperity for all Georgians.”Īt an event with company leaders, Governor Brian P. The Chamber would like to thank Governor Kemp and the Economic Development department as well as the local community teams on this important win for the new Georgia economy,” said Georgia Chamber President and CEO Chris Clark. “Rivian’s economic commitment to Georgia is another testament to our world leading business climate. Special thanks to the team at the Georgia Department of Economic Development who work every day to bring jobs home to Georgia.”
I want to thank Rivian as well as the state and local officials who worked together to make this announcement possible.
The reason for this is simple – businesses create jobs and jobs mean opportunity. In the General Assembly, we will continue to prioritize policies which have made Georgia the envy of the nation – keeping taxes low, maintaining a business-friendly regulatory environment and prioritizing workforce development. “We are proud to welcome Rivian to Georgia! With an investment of $5 billion and the creation of some 7,500 jobs, this announcement reminds the world that Georgia remains the best state in the nation for business. From the Speaker of the House David Ralston’s office:
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