🌱 Decarbonizing Aviation + Injectable Drug Production Expansion

Get on up, Albuquerque! Let's get you started this Friday with everything you need to know going on in Albuquerque today.

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First, today's weather:

Cold; a flurry in the morning. High: 43 Low: 23.

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Here are the top three stories in Albuquerque today:

1. A California-based startup has announced its intent to build a manufacturing plant in Albuquerque to power passenger jets with hydrogen. The company has announced that the plant will employ 500 people within seven years. Universal Hydrogen's stated goal is to decarbonize aviation. (Santa Fe New Mexican)
2. Drug manufacturer Curia announced plans to expand its production capabilities in Albuquerque by building a 65,000-square-foot expansion at the Alexander Boulevard facility. The expanded manufacturing will support a high-speed fill-finish vial line to increase the United States' demand for injectable medicines. Curia currently employs roughly 400 people in the Albuquerque area. (The Business Journals)
3. The Albuquerque City Council has voted to reverse the expansion of the mayor's emergency powers. The mayor's powers were expanded at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic to order road closures for mass gatherings, cancel city events and reallocate budget items. The council voted 5-4 to reverse the emergency powers. (KOB)

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Today in Albuquerque:

• Big Fish At Musical Theater Southwest (7:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• There are only a few days left to view artwork from Albuquerque City employees. The new exhibit is on display at the South Broadway Cultural Center. (Instagram)
• Albuquerque Public Schools' Office of Equity and Engagement is celebrating its female employees during Women's History Month. Click for the full story. (Facebook)
• The Mayor's Creative Youth Corps is looking for creative professionals for its summer programs. Click to apply. (Instagram)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.