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.
Reworld Workers Prevail

https://ibew.org/reworld-workers-in-n-y-pa-prevail-in-organizing-fights/

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source : ibew.org
Utility Director, Members Celebrated by Labor-Management Group

https://ibew.org/ibew-utility-director-san-diego-members-celebrated-by-labor-management-group/

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source : ibew.org
Inside the Rush to Save Decades of US Scientific Data from Deletion

https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20250422-usa-scientists-race-to-save-climate-data-before-its-deleted-by-the-trump-administration

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Scientists and data specialists are working urgently to preserve critical climate and environmental research data. The article explores concerns about potential data loss under current policies and includes perspectives from electrical engineering experts on the importance of this information for infrastructure planning. Source: bbc.com
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
Member Opens Shop As Signatory Contractor

https://labortribune.com/ibew-local-1-drew-renaud-opens-renaud-electric/

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Former IBEW member Drew Renaud has successfully launched his own electrical contracting business while maintaining union ties as a signatory contractor. The article highlights how union training prepared him for entrepreneurship and the benefits of operating as a signatory company. Source: labortribune.com
Local Breaks Ground on Cutting-edge Training Ctr

https://www.yahoo.com/news/ibew-local-1319-breaks-ground-011700425.html

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IBEW Local 1319 has begun construction on a state-of-the-art training facility designed to prepare electricians for emerging technologies. The center will feature specialized labs for renewable energy systems, smart building integration, and advanced electrical diagnostics. Source: yahoo.com