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
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
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
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.
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
An EPA Fool's Errand

https://investigatemidwest.org/2025/04/07/the-epas-crusade-against-climate-science-is-a-fools-errand/

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An investigative report examines controversial EPA policy changes that some critics argue undermine climate science initiatives, with potential implications for renewable energy projects and environmental regulations affecting IBEW members.
Pres Cooper: IBEW Quote, Wired for Change (Video)

https://ibew.org/president-cooper-the-ibew-is-wired-for-change/

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President Cooper discusses IBEW's ongoing initiatives for electrical infrastructure modernization in this video interview. The "Wired for Change" program focuses on adapting union practices to meet evolving industry demands while maintaining strong labor standards. Source: browndailyherald.com
Political Director: What's Ahead for IBEW Under This Administration

https://ibew11.org/2025/04/political-directors-report-april-2024/

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IBEW's Political Director analyzes how recent policy changes under the current administration will impact union members and the electrical industry. The report covers anticipated labor legislation, infrastructure spending, and renewable energy initiatives that could create new opportunities for IBEW workers. Source: ibew11.org
Reworld Workers Prevail

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

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source : ibew.org