CT Bails on Offshore Wind, Chooses Solar Instead

https://www.hartfordbusiness.com/article/ct-bails-on-offshore-wind-chooses-solar-projects-instead

Connecticut shifts its renewable energy strategy, pivoting from offshore wind development to focus on solar power projects. The decision could significantly impact the state's renewable energy landscape and construction sector. **Source: hartfordbusiness.com**

Rep Himes : Let's Rethink CT Infrastructure

https://www.sheltonherald.com/opinion/article/himes-infrastructure-funding-ct-20006641.php

Representative Himes proposes new approaches to Connecticut's infrastructure development, discussing potential changes to how the state plans and implements major construction projects. **Source: sheltonherald.com**

Law firm to Establish Glastonbury HQ

https://www.hartfordbusiness.com/article/law-firm-to-establish-glastonbury-hq-following-15m-office-building-purchase

A law firm plans to establish its headquarters in Glastonbury following a $15 million office building acquisition. The 60,500-square-foot office space will serve as the firm's new base of operations. **Source: hartfordbusiness.com**

Bridgeport Projects Coming Soon

https://www.bridgeportct.gov/government/departments/planning-economic-development/economic-development-department/projects-coming-soon

Bridgeport announces upcoming development projects as part of the city's ongoing economic development initiatives. The plans aim to enhance urban development and community infrastructure. **Source: bridgeportct.gov**

AI, the Electricians, and the Boom Towns

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/25/technology/ai-data-centers-electricians.html

An exploration of how the AI boom is creating new opportunities for IBEW electricians in data center construction and maintenance across emerging tech hubs. | source: nytimes.com

Big Tech Spending (Visual)

https://www.visualcapitalist.com/visualizing-big-tech-company-spending-on-ai-data-centers/

Visual breakdown of major technology companies' investments in AI infrastructure and data center development, highlighting the scale of current and planned construction projects. | source: visualcapitalist.com

Musk's xAI Lands $6B to Fuel Growth

https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/25/elon-musks-xai-lands-billions-in-new-cash-to-fuel-ai-ambitions/

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company xAI secures $6 billion in funding, potentially leading to new data center construction and infrastructure development projects. | source: techcrunch.com

Labor-backed Law to Require Agencies to Monitor Use of Generative AI

https://www.timesunion.com/capitol/article/new-law-require-state-agencies-monitor-use-19999749.php

New legislation supported by labor organizations mandates state agencies to track and report their use of AI technologies, ensuring transparency and worker protection. | source: timesunion.com

Salter : How to Put Justice into Grid Plans

https://www.romesentinel.com/townnews/hydrography/new-york-must-center-justice-in-grid-planning-heres-how/article_43528670-b892-11ef-9a7a-0b2c9e19dff8.html

An analysis of how grid planning can incorporate social justice principles, focusing on equitable energy infrastructure development. Source: romesentinel.com

Nonprofits, Faith Groups Celebrate $20M for Resilience Hub

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2024/12/16/detroit-food-pantries-kitchens-to-serve-as-climate-resilience-hubs/77013486007/

Detroit community organizations receive significant funding to develop climate resilience hubs, focusing on local food security and emergency preparedness. Source: detroitnews.com