IBEW Hour Power Award Nominations

The 2019 IBEW Hour Power Awards have officially opened! We're looking for a journeyman mentor, apprentice, and instructor who've gone above and beyond the call to duty. Nominate them now and they could be the next winner!
Every year, the IBEW gives three very deserving individuals recognition for the outstanding work they do in the construction and maintenance industry. A journeyman mentor, apprentice, and instructor are chosen for his or her outstanding leadership and guidance in the IBEW. Nominations are now open, so we want you to nominate someone you think has elevated a higher standard... Read More

2023 Yearly Dues

Local 90 Membership Dues 2023
Dues paid per QUARTER are $133.50
Dues paid per YEAR are $534.00
 
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City Honors Local With Street Name

https://alachuachronicle.com/city-of-gainesville-honors-ibew-local-1205-with-street-naming-for-85th-anniversary/

The City of Gainesville honored IBEW Local 1205 with a street naming ceremony celebrating the local's 85th anniversary and its contributions to the community. The recognition acknowledges decades of service by Local 1205 members in maintaining and building the electrical infrastructure that powers the Gainesville area. The street naming represents the strong relationship between the union and the community, highlighting the vital role of electrical workers in supporting economic development and public safety. Source: alachuachronicle.com

Big Tech's Changing Strategy for Data Center Power Demands

https://apnews.com/article/big-tech-data-centers-electricity-energy-power-texas-pennsylvania-46b42f141d0301d4c59314cc90e3eab5

Major technology companies are adopting new strategies to meet the massive electricity demands of their expanding data center operations, particularly in states like Texas and Pennsylvania. The changing approach reflects the growing power requirements of AI computing and cloud services, driving unprecedented demand for electrical infrastructure and skilled electrical workers. These developments create substantial opportunities for IBEW members in data center construction, power system upgrades, and electrical infrastructure projects. Source: apnews.com

Governors Push for More Sway Over Biggest US Grid As Power Bills Surge

https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/governors-push-more-sway-over-biggest-us-grid-power-bills-surge-2025-09-22/

State governors are demanding greater control over the nation's largest electrical grid operations as power bills continue to surge across multiple states. The push for increased state oversight reflects growing concerns about electricity costs, grid reliability, and the need for more local input in electrical infrastructure decisions. These regulatory changes could significantly impact utility operations and electrical construction projects, affecting work opportunities and operating procedures for IBEW members working on transmission and distribution systems. Source: reuters.com

Nvidia, OpenAI Seal $100B Deal for Data Centers

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2025-09-22/nvidia-openai-seal-100-billion-deal-for-data-centers

Nvidia Corporation announced plans to invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI as part of a strategic partnership to deploy at least 10 gigawatts of AI data center capacity using Nvidia systems. The massive infrastructure buildout will require millions of Nvidia GPUs and represents one of the largest tech partnerships ever. The first gigawatt deployment is scheduled for the second half of 2026 using Nvidia's Vera Rubin platform, creating unprecedented opportunities for electrical contractors and IBEW members in AI data center construction. Source: bloomberg.com

AFL-CIO Honors the Life and Legacy of Former USW Pres. Leo W. Gerard

https://aflcio.org/press/releases/afl-cio-honors-life-and-legacy-former-usw-international-president-leo-w-gerard

The AFL-CIO honors the life and legacy of former United Steelworkers International President Leo W. Gerard, who recently passed away after serving 18 years as USW president from 2001-2019. Gerard was recognized as a visionary labor leader who fought tirelessly for workers' rights, safer jobs, better pay, and retirement security. His legacy includes receiving Canada's highest civilian honor, the Companion of the Order of Canada, and having the University of Toronto establish the USW/Leo Gerard Chair in his honor. Source: aflcio.org

DOE Issues First Solicitation for Data Center and Energy Co-Location on Designated Federal Land

https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/doe-issues-first-solicitation-for-ai-7177375/

The Department of Energy has released its first formal solicitation for private sector partners to develop AI data centers and energy infrastructure on federal lands, with applications due November 7, 2025. The initiative focuses on four selected sites: Idaho National Laboratory, Oak Ridge Reservation, Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant, and Savannah River Site. This represents significant potential work opportunities for electrical contractors and IBEW members in data center construction and energy infrastructure projects. Source: jdsupra.com

Solar Firm Lays Off Almost All CT Workers as Administration Cancels Tax Credits

https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2025-08-28/posigen-layoffs-connecticut-trump-revolution-wind

PosiGen, a Louisiana-based solar energy company specializing in leasing panels to low and moderate-income residents, laid off 78 workers from its Connecticut offices in Danbury, Shelton, and Wethersfield on August 24, 2025. The company cited financing difficulties worsened by the Trump administration's tax package ending federal renewable energy tax credits by end of 2025. Only 8 employees remain in Connecticut as the company seeks additional funding.

Administration Takes Credit for Infrastructure Projects Funded by Biden Legislation

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/trump-is-taking-credit-for-infrastructure-projects-funded-by-biden-legislation-he-opposed/ar-AA1M4bYa

The Trump administration has begun taking credit for various infrastructure improvements and projects that were actually funded through legislation passed during the Biden presidency, including initiatives that Trump previously opposed. The practice raises questions about transparency in federal project attribution and public understanding of funding sources for major infrastructure developments.