Tampa Bay Infrastructure

Infrastructure plays a major role in Tampa Bay’s growth as the region invests in transportation, utilities, public projects and long-term development. Here, you’ll find reporting on the people, plans and upgrades shaping how the area builds and moves.

Academy of the Holy Names plans $8.2M South Tampa expansion

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The front entrance of the Academy of the Holy Names on Bayshore Boulevard in South Tampa, framed by palm trees and early morning light.

The Academy of the Holy Names is investing $8.2 million in a new Health and Wellness Center at its South Tampa campus.

Energy companies in Tampa Bay are investing in clean and efficient energy initiatives

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When I bring up “energy” your first thought might be “coffee,” because you’re tired and feel you need an energy boost. 

It also might be something negative about a recent bill. But the infrastructure of “power” is a lot larger than the lights in your home or what keeps your smartphone charged. 

To understand the topic better, I reached out to the two energy providers, in the Tampa Bay area, to find out what is top of mind in their industry and what issues are facing our region as we move into the new year. 

Here’s Tampa Bay Business and Wealth’s next installment of “Infrastructure 101” — Energy. 

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Ports & Planes: Updates from the people and goods movers of Tampa Bay

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The business of moving people and goods is a major economic driver in the Tampa Bay region.  Because of the favorable central location of the airports and ports in the area, there is a lot of potential, and attractiveness, to flying in via Tampa International Airport, or expanding your shipping business to Port Tampa Bay.  … Read more

Keeping the water flowing: How local entities are combating the growing population’s growing demand for water

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It’s often an afterthought. You turn on the faucet and water comes out, a seemingly endless supply of it. Clean and ready for showering, drinking or cooking.  It keeps your grass looking lush during the dry months and rinses away the layers of pollen when everything blooms and covers our cars in that green hue. … Read more

What does infrastructure need to do to keep up with Tampa Bay’s growth spurt?

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It’s not breaking news. We are all keenly aware of it.   Tampa Bay is one of the hottest spots in the United States. Everyone wants to be here. Businesses, tourists, visiting relatives … who can blame them? It’s great here. But now that the word is out, this great place to live must accommodate … Read more