Industry and IBEW News

IBEW Leads Way to Defeat State RTW Bill

https://www.ibew.org/media-center/Articles/25Daily/2502/250228_NewHampshire-house/

IBEW members successfully organized to defeat a "right-to-work" bill in New Hampshire, protecting workers' rights and collective bargaining. Source: ibew.org

After Groundbreaking Bills on Jobs and Solar, State Tackles Grid

https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/transmission/after-groundbreaking-jobs-and-solar-bills-illinois-tackles-the-grid

Following successful legislation on clean energy jobs and solar initiatives, Illinois is now focusing on modernizing its electrical grid infrastructure to support renewable energy growth and improve reliability. Source: canarymedia.com

As Administration Slashes Climate Action, Can States and Cities Pick Up the Slack?

https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/analysis-trump-slashes-climate-action-can-states-cities-pick-up-slack-2025-02-27/

With the Trump administration cutting federal climate initiatives, this analysis explores whether state and local governments can effectively advance climate policies and maintain progress toward emissions reduction goals. Source: reuters.com

AI Data Center Jobs Projections: Fact or Fiction

https://www.eweek.com/artificial-intelligence/wsj-ai-data-centers-jobs/

This article critically examines recent projections about job creation in the AI data center industry, separating realistic employment forecasts from potentially inflated claims as the sector continues rapid expansion. Source: eweek.com

Members Shine In NC Storm Recovery

https://www.ibew.org/media-center/Articles/25Daily/2502/240224_BostonMembers

IBEW members demonstrate exceptional dedication and skill in North Carolina's storm recovery efforts, working tirelessly to restore power and rebuild infrastructure damaged by recent severe weather. Their rapid response has been crucial in helping communities return to normalcy. Source: ibew.org