Port of Whitman County awarded 2M from Green Jobs Grant Program

The Port of Whitman County has announced it will construct a Technology Transfer and Commercialization Facility following a $2 million grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce Green Jobs Grant Program. This facility, planned for the Pullman Industrial Park, aims to stimulate growth in the clean energy sector. It will provide six rentable spaces tailored for emerging technologies, allowing companies to develop and prepare innovations for commercial use. According to a feasibility study conducted in 2023, the facility is expected to create up to 100 new jobs within the first five years of operation. State and local tax revenues are projected to reach $1.

7 million, providing a significant economic boost. The port plans to open the facility within two years of securing full funding. This initiative aligns with broader efforts to advance clean energy and technology in the region. Port officials expect to generate additional revenue through leasing arrangements.