Economics Homework Help

Silicon Valley is considered the hub of all things technology and innovation in USA and,
to a certain extent, the world. Most major technology companies can trace their origins to
Silicon Valley. This cluster has been so productive that many nations around the world
have tried to create their own version of Silicon Valley to spur technological innovation.

In this essay, I want you to write about the development and urbanization forces associated
with what we know as Silicon Valley today. In your essay, you should combine your
understanding of urban economics and real world events to write a report about origin and
agglomeration economics of Silicon Valley. Some things you should include:

1. A brief note about the history i.e. why and how did it originate
2. Are there incentives from local and state government that helped
3. Agglomeration Economics and Disagglomeration Economics in Silicon Valley
4. You opinion on the current state of urbanization/innovation in Silicon Valley
5. What does the future of Silicon Valley and location choice for innovation look like?
   Are there any challenges to the area being at the heart of innovation?

For maximum credit: Use specific examples of companies and their role in urbanization is
encouraged. Use of academic research to support your arguments is encouraged.

The essay is expected to be at least 5 pages long (no maximum cap) plus a separate
reference page. Double Spaced. APA citation preferred (other citation style acceptable).