NV Energy Receives Award at Economic Development Conference

Reno, Nevada-based Organization Recognized for Promotional Website

Acknowledging Sierra Pacific Power Company (now doing business as NV Energy) for its exceptional promotional website, the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) presented an award to the Reno, Nevada-based entity at IEDC's Annual Conference, which took place in Atlanta, Georgia, October 19-22. The organization was noticed for this achievement during an awards ceremony on Tuesday, October 21st.

"Economic development efforts have long been a keystone in the quest to bolster the economy and improve quality of life in every locality across the country," said Robin Roberts Krieger, IEDC chair. "As the nation continues to tackle longstanding challenges in the midst of an inhospitable financial climate, these efforts have taken on an even greater significance. With the award, we laud trendsetting organizations like Sierra Pacific Power Company for leading the charge."

Competing in the category of Special Purpose Website by organizations serving areas with populations exceeding 200,000, Sierra Pacific Power was a clear standout with NevadaSiteSearch.com. The web-based application simplifies site selection analysis by providing detailed property information, demographic information, and business data in an easy-to-use and immediately accessible format. Additionally, Sierra Pacific Power is the first organization in the United States to provide statewide, detailed, customized business cluster data and mapping online to prospects and site selectors. NevadaSiteSearch.com enables decision-makers to have this information quickly and easily; and reduces the time required to evaluate prospective sites and identify optimum company sites/locations in Nevada based on objective data.

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is headquartered in Washington, DC. Its mission is to provide leadership and excellence in economic development for communities, members and partners. IEDC's professional economic development awards annually recognize excellence in the economic development profession.