Local Pushes Priorities

https://ibew11.org/2025/04/advocating-for-our-work/

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IBEW Local 11 advocates for electrician priorities at municipal meetings, focusing on infrastructure safety standards, prevailing wage enforcement, and expanded apprenticeship opportunities. Representatives highlight the importance of skilled labor in maintaining critical electrical systems. Source: ibew11.org
Members Receive Service Awards

https://labortribune.com/seven-ibew-local-1439-members-receive-service-awards/

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Seven members of IBEW Local 1439 were recognized with service awards for their dedication and contributions to the union. The ceremony highlighted members with 25+ years of service and their impact on workplace safety initiatives. Source: labortribune.com
Google to Support 100,000 Electrical workers through NECA and IBEW Training

https://www.ebmag.com/google-to-support-100000-electrical-workers-through-neca-and-ibew-training-program/

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Google announces a major initiative to support 100,000 electrical workers through expanded training programs in partnership with NECA and IBEW. The program will focus on renewable energy technologies and modern electrical infrastructure. Source: ebmag.com
Shop Steward Spotlight

https://ibew11.org/2025/04/shop-steward-spotlight-marco-zarate/

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Local 11 recognizes Marco Zarate in their Shop Steward Spotlight feature. Zarate has been instrumental in resolving workplace disputes and improving communication between management and union members in the Los Angeles area. Source: ibew11.org
National Grid Members Approve 4% Annual Wage Increase

https://aflcio.org/2025/4/23/service-solidarity-spotlight-ibew-members-national-grid-approve-contract-4-annual-wage

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IBEW members working at National Grid have approved a new contract featuring a 4% annual wage increase over the next three years. The agreement also includes improved healthcare benefits and stronger job security provisions. Source: aflcio.org
Study: Deadly Ocean Heatwaves Triple in Length

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/apr/14/climate-crisis-has-tripled-length-of-deadly-ocean-heatwaves-study-finds

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source: theguardian.com
Google Deploys AI to Speed up Connections at PJM, largest US power grid

https://www.reuters.com/technology/google-deploys-ai-speed-up-connections-pjm-largest-us-power-grid-2025-04-10/

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source: reuters.com
Executive Order On Strengthening US Electric Grid (Full Text)

https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/strengthening-the-reliability-and-security-of-the-united-states-electric-grid/

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source: whitehouse.gov
How Federal Job Cuts at NOAA Impact Weather Forecasts, Climate Research

https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2025/04/08/how-federal-job-cuts-at-noaa-could-affect-weather-forecasts-and-climate-research

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Recent federal budget cuts have resulted in significant job losses at NOAA, potentially undermining the agency's capacity to deliver accurate weather forecasts and conduct essential climate research that many sectors, including utilities, depend upon.
How 50 Years of Climate Disruption Has Changed the Face of the "Blue Marble"

https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20250422-how-50-years-of-climate-change-has-changed-the-face-of-the-blue-marble

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This in-depth feature examines the visible environmental changes to Earth over five decades through satellite imagery. The article connects these changes to increased demand for resilient electrical infrastructure and discusses how electricians and the IBEW are adapting to climate-related challenges. Source: bbc.com