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Featured Story: CEDR Study Featured in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
June 30, 2026
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution recently highlighted a Georgia Tech Center for Economic Development Research (CEDR) study measuring the economic impact of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. According to the report, Children's generates an estimated $6 billion in annual economic output for Georgia while supporting jobs, investment, and access to specialized pediatric healthcare throughout the state.
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One Valdosta-Lowndes Housing Affordability Study Highlights Community-Driven Solutions
Excerpt A new One Valdosta-Lowndes article highlights how community input is helping shape the next phase of housing affordability efforts in Valdosta and Lowndes County. Building on a CEDR housing study, local leaders are working to translate research findings into actionable strategies by engaging residents, stakeholders, and neighborhood groups in discussions about housing needs and … Continue reading "One Valdosta-Lowndes Housing Affordability Study Highlights Community-Driven Solutions"
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Economic Impact Reaches $6.12 Billion Across Georgia
Excerpt A new Metro Atlanta CEO article highlights findings from a Georgia Tech Center for Economic Development Research (CEDR) study examining the statewide impact of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. The article reports that Children's generates approximately $6.12 billion in annual economic impact across Georgia, reflecting significant growth over the past decade. The study also found … Continue reading "Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Economic Impact Reaches $6.12 Billion Across Georgia"
Fiscal Impact and Local Communities: Key Takeaways from Early County
Excerpt As communities across Georgia evaluate data center development, understanding fiscal impact is critical. In a recent article published by the Development Authority of Early County, insights from a Georgia Tech Center for Economic Development Research (CEDR) Board Boost training highlighted the difference between economic impact and fiscal impact. While economic impact measures jobs, wages, … Continue reading "Fiscal Impact and Local Communities: Key Takeaways from Early County"
Enterprise Innovation Institute Highlights Thomaston Housing Study
Excerpt A recent Enterprise Innovation Institute article highlighted CEDR's housing study for the City of Thomaston, which combined market analysis with direct community engagement to better understand local housing challenges. The study found significant increases in housing costs, identified barriers facing renters and prospective homeowners, and provided recommendations to support workforce housing, redevelopment, and future … Continue reading "Enterprise Innovation Institute Highlights Thomaston Housing Study"
Enterprise Innovation Institute Highlights CEDR’s Digital First Communities Program
Excerpt A recent Enterprise Innovation Institute article spotlighted the Center for Economic Development Research's (CEDR) new Digital First Communities program, which helps local governments proactively prepare for data center development. The program combines technical analysis, community engagement, infrastructure evaluation, and planning tools to help communities make informed decisions before development opportunities arise. By providing data-driven … Continue reading "Enterprise Innovation Institute Highlights CEDR’s Digital First Communities Program"
AJC Highlights Economic Impact Study Conducted by Georgia Tech’s CEDR
Excerpt A new Atlanta Journal-Constitution article highlights findings from a Georgia Tech Center for Economic Development Research (CEDR) study examining the statewide impact of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. The report found that Children's generates approximately $6 billion in annual economic output for Georgia and supports thousands of jobs across the state. The analysis also demonstrated … Continue reading "AJC Highlights Economic Impact Study Conducted by Georgia Tech’s CEDR"
