SunPower Corporation's decision to create 450 jobs and invest nearly $10 million in Central Texas marks one of the largest 2010 wins for the Austin Chamber and its economic development initiative, Opportunity Austin.

Environmental Systems Corporation, the industry leader for 40 years in premier environmental compliance software, is expanding its software development center to Austin, bringing 100-150 new jobs.

National Scooter Co. relocates global headquarters, brings more than 100 jobs to Pflugerville, Texas. Triple Freeport exemption helps automotive company move manufacturing from China to Pflugerville.

It’s more jobs for Central Texas as HostGator expands into Austin with plans to initially employ 200 local individuals, ramping up to 300 over the next 36 months.

Facebook announces plans for a 200-person online sales and operations center in Austin.

Hanger Orthopedic Group announced plans to relocate its corporate headquarters from Bethesda, MD to Austin, Texas, initially creating130 jobs for Central Texas increasing to 250 jobs.

LegalZoom announced plans to locate its regional headquarters in Austin, Texas. This expansion will result in the creation of 600 jobs for Central Texas residents.

Pioneer Surgical Technology, a leader in innovative medical devices, announced plans to open a new facility in Austin, Texas. The new facility provides Pioneer greater recruiting access to industry professionals who will help further the growth and development of Pioneer’s Spine Division.