IBEW Leads Way to Defeat State RTW Bill
IBEW members successfully organized to defeat a "right-to-work" bill in New Hampshire, protecting workers' rights and collective bargaining. Source: ibew.org
City Takes Big Hit as Grants Remain in Limbo
New Haven faces budget challenges as anticipated climate resilience grants remain delayed, potentially affecting planned infrastructure projects and associated construction jobs in the region. Source: ctmirror.org
How New Haven Grapples with Climate
New Haven's municipal government is implementing a series of initiatives to address climate change impacts, including infrastructure upgrades and community resilience programs that may create new opportunities for skilled labor. Source: yaledailynews.com
Legal Snafu Over Canceled NG Plant Site Ensnares CT Energy Storage
A planned energy storage facility in Connecticut has encountered legal complications related to the site of a previously canceled natural gas plant, raising questions about the transition to renewable energy infrastructure. Source: canarymedia.com
CT Lawmakers Align on Tax Break for Affordable Housing Builders
Connecticut legislators have reached bipartisan agreement on a new tax incentive package designed to boost affordable housing construction across the state, potentially creating new job opportunities in the construction sector. Source: greenwichtime.com