A new project by Google worth several billion dollars is set to launch. Investment amount: US$ several billion Location: Putnam County Project: Currently in the initial stages. Google has stated that it will cover the costs of power supply necessary for facility operation, as well as the renovation costs related to electricity, water, and sewage for the project. Additionally, the company has committed to replenishing more water than it consumes by 2030, supporting stable water supply and environmental conservation in the community. Reason for expansion: Strong business environment established by the state government. In West Virginia, a clear framework was established by a 2014 state house bill to attract data center projects while maintaining environmental protection. Furthermore, the state's long-term energy security strategy "50 by 50" aims to build a reliable and cost-effective energy supply system, laying the foundation to support the increasing demand for data centers and advanced manufacturing. [Governor's announcement on March 27, 2026]

Governor Morrissey announced that Alcon, a global leader in eye care, will significantly expand its operations in Cabell County. Investment amount: US$81 million Location: Cabell County New jobs: 75 Average annual salary for new positions: US$80,000 Current number of employees at the WV plant: approximately 620 Products manufactured at the WV plant: Intraocular lenses and intraocular lens delivery systems used worldwide in cataract and vision correction surgeries. The plant also exports to overseas markets. Alcon (headquartered in Switzerland) is the world's largest manufacturer of intraocular lenses used in cataract surgeries. "The company has been operating in West Virginia for decades, and this decision reinforces the high confidence in West Virginia's robust infrastructure and excellent workforce." (Governor's statement) [Governor's announcement on March 26, 2026: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_67SjZUFQk]

Full-scale entry into the North American market! We are pleased to announce that Asuene has acquired "Iconic Air," a startup that has grown out of West Virginia University in the United States. ■ Background of the acquisition: Currently, the North American oil and gas industry is facing stricter penalties for greenhouse gas emission violations, making accurate monitoring a top priority. ■ Strategic synergy: By integrating Iconic Air's advanced "methane leak management" and "asset tracking tools" with Asuene's platform, we will be able to provide a world-class environmental data management system that addresses both CO2 and methane. The fusion of ASUENE's expertise and Iconic Air's real-time emissions analysis will promote digital sustainability across North America. [Announced by Asuene on October 23, 2025 / Metro News, October 26, 2025] #Asuene #ASUENE #IconicAir #M&A #Decarbonization #GX #CarbonNeutral #Startup #NorthAmericanExpansion #MethaneManagement #GreenhouseGases #ESG #WestVirginia #SaaS