OrderBook: Michigan's Semiconductor Surge

In this episode of 'OrderBook' on Sunday, 17th March 2024, we dive deep into Michigan's progress in the semiconductor industry spurred by initiatives such as the Make it in Michigan Competitiveness Fund. Discover how investments from major companies like KLA and indie Semiconductor and initiatives like Michigan’s Semiconductor Talent Action Team are creating employment opportunities and reducing supply chain delays. We also celebrate the first anniversary of the influential CHIPS and Science Act and its significant impact on secure domestic manufacturing of advanced semiconductors. We explore Governor Gretchen Whitmer's call to President Biden to deploy funds from the Act into Michigan's semiconductor industry. Finally, we discuss the expansion plans of Hemlock Semiconductor, America's leading manufacturer of polysilicon marking enormous potential for the U.S. to surge ahead in this domain. This episode was produced by Nicholas Lamb.