IBM positions quantum computing as equally transformative as artificial intelligence, with implications for future technology infrastructure and data center development that will require specialized electrical work and skilled IBEW technicians for installation and maintenance. Source: globalventuring.com
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his administration's creation of 165 new apprenticeships and training of 34,000 apprentices across industries, emphasizing how union growth supports Amazon's $20 billion data center investment creating opportunities for IBEW electrical workers. Source: msn.com
IBEW Local 11 District 5 reports on the implementation of Community Workforce Agreements that ensure union representation on major construction projects, marking significant progress in securing quality jobs and fair wages for electrical workers in the region. Source: ibew11.org
IBEW Local 1837 members held an informational picket at Eversource's Manchester headquarters following months of stalled negotiations for their first contract covering System Operators who manage transmission and distribution electric grids across Eversource's New Hampshire service territory. Source: manchester.inklink.news
A union electrician and vice president of IBEW Local 915 becomes the first Democrat to announce candidacy for Florida Senate District 14 special election, bringing labor union perspective and working-class advocacy to the political race. Source: floridapolitics.com
The IBEW community rallies to support the family of a lineman tragically killed in a helicopter accident while performing utility work, launching a fundraiser to provide financial assistance for his surviving son and help cover education and living expenses. Source: riverbender.com
New York City's Pathways to Industrial and Construction Careers program provides essential tools and resources to electrical apprentices, supporting IBEW training initiatives and helping workers succeed in their electrical trades education and career development. Source: wnylabortoday.com
IBEW Local 1393 announces plans for potential strike action against Duke Energy Indiana, representing nearly 1,000 union members who rejected the company's final contract offer by a 2-to-1 margin after negotiations that began in January stalled over wages and working conditions. Source: msn.com
Governor Ned Lamont condemns the EPA's termination of the Solar for All grant program, stating that thousands of Connecticut households will lose access to financial assistance needed for clean, affordable solar energy after the state's $62.45 million grant was immediately terminated by the Trump administration. Source: portal.ct.gov
Connecticut solar installation companies experience unprecedented demand as federal tax credits approach expiration, driving homeowners and businesses to accelerate solar projects before incentives are reduced or eliminated. Source: hartfordbusiness.com