Industry and IBEW News

Leveraging Surplus Interconnection Could Unleash 800 GW of US Grid Energy

https://www.utilitydive.com/news/surplus-interconnection-gridlab-berkeley-report/740262/

New report from GridLab and Berkeley indicates that utilizing existing surplus interconnection capacity could enable up to 800 GW of additional clean energy to connect to the US grid, potentially accelerating renewable deployment. Source: utilitydive.com

What Happens When Lightning Strikes a Power Line?

https://www.berkshireeagle.com/news/central_berkshires/epri-lab-lenox-power-grid-general-electric/article_9bf173bc-a867-11ef-93cd-c7411e5ed418.html

Detailed exploration of the effects of lightning strikes on power lines, including protection systems and grid resilience measures being researched at the EPRI lab in Lenox. Source: berkshireeagle.com

CT Lawmakers Debate Worker Protections Amid Warehouse Labor Disputes

https://ctnewsjunkie.com/2025/02/18/connecticut-lawmakers-debate-worker-protections-amid-warehouse-labor-disputes/

State legislators consider new regulations to enhance warehouse worker safety and rights as labor disputes highlight concerns about working conditions and employee protections in Connecticut's growing logistics sector. Source: ctnewsjunkie.com

GSA Provides Update on Hartford Courthouse

https://www.gsa.gov/about-us/gsa-regions/region-1-new-england/buildings-and-facilities/development-projects/hartford-courthouse

General Services Administration releases progress report on Hartford Courthouse construction project, outlining timeline updates and highlighting ongoing construction milestones. Project continues to provide significant employment opportunities for local construction workers. Source: gsa.gov

$33.5M Secured for Next Phase of 130 Unit Build

https://www.multifamilydive.com/news/portland-connecticut-development-historic-brainerd-place/738948/

Major funding secured for Portland's residential development project, moving forward with 130-unit construction phase. Project expected to create numerous construction jobs and contribute to local economic growth through 2025. Source: multifamilydive.com