Brian Schultz, President
IBEW Local 747, SC7, IBEW
76 Washington Avenue
East Hartford CT 06118
Phone: (203) 668-7477

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Google Partners to Achieve Carbon-Free Energy at Scale

Fri, 07/25/2025 - 8:30am
Google has announced a major partnership to deploy carbon-free energy storage solutions at scale, representing significant opportunities for IBEW electricians in renewable energy infrastructure. The collaboration focuses on advanced energy storage technologies that will require skilled electrical workers for installation, maintenance, and integration with existing power systems. This partnership reflects the growing demand for IBEW expertise in cutting-edge clean energy technologies and grid-scale storage projects. Source: renewableenergymagazine.com

Will Administration's New Tax Law Raise US Power Bills

Sun, 07/20/2025 - 8:30am
The Trump administration's recently signed "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" is expected to significantly impact electricity bills across the US. The law ends tax incentives for wind and solar projects and is expected to drive up electricity bills across the U.S., according to a nonpartisan think tank. The legislation eliminates renewable energy tax credits while maintaining support for traditional energy sources, potentially shifting the cost burden to consumers and affecting the competitive landscape of power generation. Source: ft.com

Brown : An Energy Future That Depends on Building A Transmission Backbone

Sun, 07/20/2025 - 8:30am
A comprehensive analysis of America's critical need to modernize and expand its electrical transmission infrastructure to support future energy demands. The commentary explores how building a robust transmission backbone is essential for integrating renewable energy sources, supporting data centers, and ensuring grid reliability. The piece emphasizes the role of skilled electrical workers, particularly IBEW members, in constructing this vital infrastructure for the nation's energy security. Source: minotdailynews.com

IBEW, Labor Leaders Announce Support for Latest Data Center Project

Sun, 07/20/2025 - 8:30am
IBEW and other labor union leaders have announced their strong support for a major new data center construction project that promises significant employment opportunities. The IBEW says a four-year steady project would allow them to recruit more than 300 new people into their paid apprenticeship. The project emphasizes union-built infrastructure by local workers, representing high-quality construction jobs and workforce development opportunities in the rapidly growing data center sector. Source: fox23.com

CA: Abundance Clashes with Affordability

Sun, 07/20/2025 - 8:30am
California faces a complex challenge balancing its abundance of technological innovation with the affordability concerns surrounding data center development. The state continues to grapple with regulatory frameworks, environmental considerations, and community impacts as tech companies seek to expand their data center footprint. The ongoing debate highlights tensions between economic development, environmental sustainability, and housing affordability in tech-heavy regions. Source: politico.com

A Growing Bipartisan Embrace of Fire Technology

Sun, 07/20/2025 - 8:30am
An examination of how California's wildfire prevention and management technologies are gaining bipartisan political support at the federal level. The article explores how innovative fire suppression and prevention technologies developed in California are being adopted nationwide, with growing backing from both Democratic and Republican lawmakers. This technology transfer represents a rare area of political consensus on climate-related infrastructure and public safety investments. Source: politico.com

Data Center Boom Creates Huge Opportunities for IBEW Growth (Video)

Tue, 07/15/2025 - 8:30am
IBEW video exploring how the massive expansion of data centers across the country is creating unprecedented opportunities for electrical workers and union growth in the rapidly evolving AI infrastructure sector.

Data Centers in Tents: Meta Races to Catch Up

Tue, 07/15/2025 - 8:30am
Meta is reportedly building AI data centers in temporary tent structures as CEO Mark Zuckerberg rushes to catch up in the artificial intelligence race, highlighting the urgent infrastructure demands driving the industry.

Google to Invest $25B in Data Centers, AI Infrastructure Across Largest US Electric Grid

Tue, 07/15/2025 - 8:30am
Google announces a massive $25 billion investment over two years to expand data centers and AI infrastructure across the PJM Interconnection grid, covering 13 states and creating significant opportunities for electrical workers in the nation's largest electric grid region.

CoreWeave Commits $6B to PA Data Center

Tue, 07/15/2025 - 8:30am
AI cloud computing firm CoreWeave announces plans to invest up to $6 billion in a new data center in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, starting with a 100 MW facility expandable to 300 MW, as part of the Trump administration's push to maintain US leadership in AI technology.

Program Increases Renewable Training, Prepares Young Workers for Electrical Careers (EW)

Tue, 07/15/2025 - 8:30am
Illinois IBEW program expands renewable energy training opportunities for young workers, preparing the next generation of electricians for careers in the growing clean energy sector while addressing workforce development needs.

Employment Boom: Locals Say Thousands Of Electricians Needed

Wed, 07/09/2025 - 8:30am
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.

The US Grid Attack Looming on the Horizon

Wed, 07/09/2025 - 8:30am
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.

Cybersecurity Strategies for Smart Energy Systems

Wed, 07/09/2025 - 8:30am
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.

As AI Booms and the Grid Strains, a State Grapples with Competing Energy Visions

Wed, 07/09/2025 - 8:30am
Virginia's electrical grid faces unprecedented strain as AI data centers demand massive power increases. The state must balance renewable energy goals with grid reliability concerns, creating significant opportunities for electrical workers to upgrade infrastructure and install new transmission systems to meet growing demand.

Nvidia Market Cap Tops $4T on AI Dominance

Wed, 07/09/2025 - 8:30am
Nvidia's historic $4 trillion valuation reflects the AI boom driving massive infrastructure investments. The company's growth signals increased demand for data centers and electrical infrastructure, creating substantial employment opportunities for IBEW members in construction, maintenance, and electrical systems installation.

A Win That Sets the Stage for Workers' Gains (EW)

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 8:30am
Wisconsin IBEW members achieve significant labor victory that establishes precedent for improved working conditions and benefits across the electrical industry. Source: ibew.org

Biz Mgr Corona : An Injury to One is an Injury to All

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 8:30am
Business Manager Corona emphasizes the fundamental union principle of solidarity and collective support in addressing workplace safety and worker protection issues. Source: ibew11.org

ALLIANCE Provides Electrical Workforce Development Program Around AI

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 8:30am
Oregon electrical training alliance launches comprehensive workforce development programs focused on artificial intelligence applications in the electrical industry. Source: columbiagorgenews.com

Electrical Apprentices Get NFL-Style Draft Celebration for New Jobs

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 8:30am
IBEW Local 540 creates exciting NFL draft-style event to celebrate electrical apprentices being selected for job placements, hosted at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Source: cantonrep.com

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