Biz Mgr Corona: Celebrating IBEW Diversity

https://ibew11.org/2025/02/celebrating-diversity-in-the-ibew/

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In honor of Black History Month, IBEW Local 11 reflects on its journey towards inclusivity, acknowledging past challenges and celebrating the diverse membership that strengthens the union today. Source: ibew11.org
Report: America May Not Need a Massive Energy Build-Out to Power the AI Revolution

https://www.cfr.org/blog/america-may-not-need-massive-energy-build-out-power-ai-revolution

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A Duke University study suggests that the existing U.S. electricity infrastructure can support the growth of data centers necessary for artificial intelligence advancements without significant new power plant construction, provided that data centers incorporate some flexibility in their energy consumption. Source: cfr.org
Pres Cooper : A Great Achievement (EW)

https://www.ibew.org/articles/25ElectricalWorker/EW2502/2025-02-from-the-officers-cooper.html

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President Cooper reflects on the IBEW's recent achievements and outlines strategic initiatives for strengthening the union's position in the electrical industry. | Source: ibew.org
The Apprenticeship Revolution (EW)

https://www.ibew.org/articles/25ElectricalWorker/EW2502/2025-02-the-apprenticeship-revolution.html

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An in-depth look at how IBEW's apprenticeship programs are evolving to meet the demands of modern electrical work and clean energy technologies. | Source: ibew.org
Sec-Treas Noble : Celebrating Black History (EW)

https://www.ibew.org/articles/25ElectricalWorker/EW2502/2025-02-from-the-officers-noble.html

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Secretary-Treasurer Noble commemorates Black History Month by highlighting the contributions of African American electrical workers to the IBEW and the labor movement. | Source: ibew.org
EWMC Gives Back Year-Round (EW-Photo Gallery)

https://www.ibew.org/articles/25ElectricalWorker/EW2502/2025-02-ewmc.html

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Photo gallery showcasing the Electrical Workers Minority Caucus's community service initiatives and outreach programs throughout the year. | Source: ibew.org
IBEW Spearheads Labor Coalition at Forefront of State's Green Energy Transition

https://www.ksjd.org/2025-01-21/new-labor-coalition-wants-colorados-unions-at-the-forefront-of-the-states-green-energy-transit

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IBEW leads coalition of labor unions in Colorado to ensure workers' interests are protected and promoted during the state's transition to renewable energy sources. | Source: ksjd.org
Governor Visits Local to Sign Historic Clean Energy Bill (EW)

https://www.ibew.org/articles/25ElectricalWorker/EW2502/2025-02-circuits.html

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Coverage of the governor's visit to an IBEW local union hall for the signing of landmark clean energy legislation, highlighting the union's role in shaping policy. | Source: ibew.org
Administration Halt on Climate Spending Freezes Jobs, Stalls Projects

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/01/climate/trump-ira-climate-spending-halt-jobs-construction.html

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Source: nytimes.com - Recent administrative decisions to pause climate-related infrastructure spending have led to widespread job freezes in the renewable energy sector and the suspension of multiple clean energy construction projects, impacting thousands of electrical workers nationwide.
Report : US Home Values Under Siege

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/03/opinion/home-values-insurance-climate.html

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Source: nytimes.com - In a stark warning for homeowners, new research suggests that climate change and insurance market instability are eroding property values across the United States. Analysis reveals increasing challenges to US home values, including climate-related risks, insurance market volatility, and potential long-term economic impacts on residential real estate markets.