Daniel W. McInerney
Business Manager
Industry and IBEW News
A bioscience company has announced plans to relocate to New Haven's Long Wharf Drive area, contributing to the city's growing life sciences sector. The move represents continued expansion of Connecticut's biotechnology industry and development along the Long Wharf corridor.
Stamford Town Center will install 24 new Tesla Superchargers on Level 2 of its parking garage, creating a major EV charging hub in Connecticut. The 24/7 accessible charging stations will provide up to 200 miles of range in just 15 minutes, serving shoppers and commuters with convenient access to retail and dining.
Wyoming is experiencing a major electrician shortage as data centers drive explosive job growth. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 23% growth in electrical trades for Wyoming, with wages rising from $54,000 in 2015 to $62,350 in 2024. Boomer retirements and new data center construction are creating thousands of job opportunities.
Power grid experts warn of record-breaking cyberattacks targeting electricity infrastructure, with utility attacks surging 70% in 2024. The U.S. electrical grid faces increasing vulnerability from nation-state actors like China and Russia, as well as domestic extremist groups targeting critical infrastructure that IBEW members help maintain and protect.
As power grids become increasingly digitized and interconnected, electrical workers face new challenges in maintaining secure energy systems. The article explores cybersecurity frameworks and best practices for protecting smart grid infrastructure that IBEW members install and maintain across the country.
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