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

$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

Collaboration, Education And Innovation at Locals NECA Technical Institute

https://www.altenergymag.com/article/2025/01/strengthening-the-future-of-electrical-trades-collaboration-education-and-innovation-at-ibew-134-neca-technical-institute/44136

IBEW Local 134 and NECA's Technical Institute showcases innovative approaches to electrical trade education, featuring state-of-the-art training facilities and cutting-edge curriculum development. The program emphasizes hands-on experience with emerging technologies. | source: altenergymag.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

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

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

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

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

W Hartford Synagogue to Undergo $27M Transformation

https://www.hartfordbusiness.com/article/west-hartford-synagogue-to-undergo-27m-transformation-into-apartments-following-16m-sale

Historic West Hartford synagogue set for major redevelopment into residential units following $16 million sale, with total project cost estimated at $27 million. Source: hartfordbusiness.com