Northborough is positioning itself as a key player in innovation and research, with a major global company highlighting its commitment to sustainability and workforce development during a recent Select Board meeting. The company, which has operated for over a century, boasts a staggering global revenue exceeding $50 billion and is dedicated to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.

The Northborough Innovation Center, the only one of its kind in North America, has been a hub for research and development for 40 years. It spans 26 acres and includes multiple buildings with around 200,000 square feet of lab space. Currently, the center employs approximately 15,000 people across North America, with 350 dedicated to research and development in Northborough alone.

The company is actively expanding its facilities, having recently broken ground on a sixth building to enhance its research capabilities. With a diverse workforce representing over 25 nationalities and a strong emphasis on gender diversity—32% of its technical staff are female—the center prides itself on being a top employer in the region.

The average wage at the center exceeds $55 per hour, contributing to low employee turnover and a strong employee value proposition. As Northborough continues to foster innovation, the center's growth signals a promising future for both the local economy and the global research landscape.