Health Rhode Island Department

As a quasi-public agency, we are the official full-service, economic development organization for the state of Rhode Island. We offer business assistance, access to funding, and red tape reduction for companies of all sizes to expand in, and relocate to, Rhode Island.

The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative is the state s development agency for renewable energy and the innovation economy, which is responsible for one-quarter of all jobs in the state. MTC administers the John Adams Innovation Institute and the Renewable Energy Trust. It works to stimulate economic activity in communities throughout the commonwealth. As its name suggests, MTC uses a collaborative approach to achieving the organization s mission. It brings together leaders from industry, academia and government to advance technology-based solutions that lead to economic growth and a cleaner environment in Massachusetts. By developing energy from wind, solar and other renewable resources, MTC is reducing reliance on coal, oil and other fossil fuels that contribute to air pollution and global warming. Investments in the emerging clean energy market stimulate new economic activity in the renewable industry and job growth across Massachusetts.

The Boston Housing Authority is the largest landlord in Boston and the largest public housing authority in New England. As such, the BHA houses approximately 10 percent of the city's residents through its programs. In addition to providing conventional public housing, the Boston Housing Authority also provides affordable housing through the administration of several rental assistance programs. These programs include the federal Section 8 Voucher Program, as well as the state funded Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program that is overseen by the Department of Housing and Community Development. Through its rental assistance programs, the BHA also works with thousands of rental property owners throughout Boston, and collaborates to provide thousands of units of affordable housing.