| A diverse economy, proximity to markets, competitive labour rates and low operational costs make Elgin County a natural choice for business locations especially for those interested in the Energy and Environment sector.
Elgin County invites you to learn more about their key sectors:
Energy and Environment
Elgin County is home to renewable alternatives to fossil fuels, a new water treatment facility and one of the most advanced and largest wind power projects in Ontario.
Agribusiness
Elgin County is ideally suited to agri-business with a fertile soil base and plentiful growing season.
Manufacturing
Employment in manufacturing has increased in Elgin County by 3.8% over the last 7 years, due to the presence of large, multi-national corporations.
Transportation & Logistics
Elgin County is strategically located with convenient access to Highways 401, 402 and 403, close to railways, airports and marine ports; all within less than an hours drive.
Tourism
Elgin County is bordered to the south by Lake Erie offering beaches, conservation areas and recreational facilities for boating, fishing, and camping.
Biofuels
In Elgin County there are over 300,000 acres that are suitable for producing crops for Biofuels.
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