Network Appalachia:
Access to Global Opportunity (PDF Files)

2009/2010

Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction (PDF—800 KB)

• 1.0 Introduction
• 1.1 A Region Apart
• 1.2 ADHS - Access to Opportunity
• 1.3 Transition to the Global Economy
• 1.4 Network Appalachia

Chapter 2: Global Macroeconomic Trends (PDF—1.3 MB)

• 2.0 Global Trade Patterns
• 2.1 Containerization of Trade
• 2.2 Trade Barrier
• 2.3 Information and Communication Technology
• 2.4 Demographics

Chapter 3: Appalachian Trade Perspective (PDF—2.0 MB)

• 3.0 Appalachian Trade Perspective
• 3.1 Demographics and Consumption
• 3.2 Regional Transportation Infrastructure
• 3.3 Strategic Highway System
• 3.4 Strategic Railway System
• 3.5 Strategic Waterway System
• 3.6 Inland Ports
• 3.7 Coastal Ports–Global Access
• 3.8 Connectivity: Inland and Coastal Links
• 3.9 Economic, Energy, and Environmental Success–And Expanded Capacity

Chapter 4: Appalachian Access to Opportunity (PDF—6.1 MB)

• 4.0 Access Evaluations
• 4.2 Proximity
• 4.3 Data Compilation and Normalization
• 4.4 Weighting and Ranking

Chapter 5: Engagement and Collaboration (PDF—600 KB)

• 5.0 Engagement and Collaboration
• 5.1 Building Capacity for the Future
• 5.2 Putting the Capacity to Work
• 5.3 Engaging in the Region
• 5.4 Many Voices. Many Ideas. One Future.
• 5.5 Strategic Priorities
• 5.6 Tactical Opportunities

Chapter 6: Conclusion (PDF—2.4 MB)

• 6.0 The Way Ahead
• 6.1 Projecting Forward: A Changing World of New Challenges and Opportunities
• 6.2 Positioning for Success in the 21st Century: Network Appalachia
• 6.3 Proactive Planning: The Way Ahead