$289M to Create Wide-Scale Solar Virtual Power Plants

https://cleantechnica.com/2025/01/16/u-s-doe-announces-289-7-million-loan-guarantee-to-sunwealth-to-deploy-solar-pv-battery-energy-storage-creating-wide-scale-virtual-power-plant/

DOE approves a $289.7 million loan guarantee to Sunwealth for the deployment of solar PV and battery storage systems, creating a network of virtual power plants. The project aims to expand clean energy access while improving grid stability. | source: cleantechnica.com

Apprenticeship Programs Fuel Utility's Zero Carbon Energy Plan

https://www.energy.gov/eere/articles/union-apprenticeship-programs-are-fueling-california-utilitys-zero-carbon-energy-plan

Union apprenticeship programs are playing a crucial role in California's transition to clean energy. The initiative combines workforce development with ambitious climate goals, training the next generation of skilled electrical workers. | source: energy.gov

DOE Backs $22B in Loans to Reshape US Power Grids

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/16/climate/us-utilities-loan-energy.html

The Department of Energy announces $22 billion in conditional loan commitments to three power utilities, aiming to strengthen and modernize America's power grid infrastructure. This investment will support the integration of renewable energy and enhance grid resilience. | source: nytimes.com

20 Years of Giving by the IBEW's EWMC

https://labortribune.com/coatless-boy-inspires-20-years-of-giving-by-the-ibew-electrical-workers-minority-caucus/

The IBEW Electrical Workers Minority Caucus celebrates two decades of community service and charitable giving, inspired by a chance encounter with a coatless boy. The initiative has grown into a significant force for positive change in local communities. | source: labortribune.com

$1.3B Center City Arena Plan Ditched

https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/officials-sixers-abandon-center-city-plan-will-stay-in-south-philly/4075455/

Philadelphia 76ers abandon proposed $1.3 billion downtown arena project, opting instead to remain at their current South Philadelphia location. Source: nbcphiladelphia.com

Analysis : The Media Reaction On Climate Role

https://www.carbonbrief.org/media-reaction-the-2025-los-angeles-wildfires-and-the-role-of-climate-change/

Comprehensive analysis of global media coverage examining how news outlets are connecting recent Los Angeles wildfires to broader climate change patterns and impacts. Source: carbonbrief.org

Outgoing Administration Names AI, Climate as Top Issues

https://www.npr.org/2025/01/13/nx-s1-5254157/biden-trump-foreign-policy-ai-climate

Administration officials identify artificial intelligence and climate change as critical priorities for national security and economic policy in their final year. Source: npr.org

Pres Biden Accelerates IRA Outflows

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jan/14/biden-trump-climate-change-funds

Administration announces expedited deployment of Inflation Reduction Act funds for clean energy projects and infrastructure development across multiple states. Source: theguardian.com

IBEW Joins Trades Agreement for Solar Grazing Ctr

https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/01/09/3007008/0/en/Three-Trade-Union-Agreement-Signed-for-Grange-Solar-Grazing-Center.html

IBEW partners with other major trade unions in groundbreaking agreement for innovative solar facility combining renewable energy with sustainable agriculture practices. Source: globenewswire.com

A Quote, New Era of Supercharged Disasters

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/10/climate/california-fires-climate-change-disasters.html

Recent California wildfires highlight how climate change is creating more intense and frequent natural disasters, with unprecedented challenges for infrastructure and emergency response. Source: nytimes.com