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States Sue Administration Over Halt on Wind Development

Several states have filed lawsuits challenging the administration's decision to pause wind energy development approvals. The legal action highlights concerns about the impact on renewable energy jobs and climate goals. Source: utilitydive.com

https://www.utilitydive.com/news/states-sue-trump-halt-wind-energy-development-a…

Patience, Relationships Lead to A Big Win

California IBEW local secures major contract victory after months of strategic negotiations. The agreement includes improved wages, benefits, and worker protections following persistent relationship-building efforts with key stakeholders. Source: ibew.org

https://ibew.org/patience-relationships-lead-to-big-win-for-california-local/

Local Pushes Priorities

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

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

What We Know About Monday's Sweeping Power Outage in Spain and Portugal

Comprehensive coverage of the widespread power outage affecting millions across Spain and Portugal on Monday. The article details the outage's scale, emergency response efforts, and preliminary findings about potential causes, including infrastructure vulnerabilities. Source: wral.com

https://www.wral.com/story/what-we-know-about-mondays-sweeping-power-outage-in-s…

Investigation Continues

Spanish and Portuguese authorities continue investigating the massive power grid failure that affected the Iberian Peninsula. Engineers and security experts are examining whether the outage resulted from technical failure, cyberattack, or grid management issues. Early findings suggest problems at key transmission substations. Source: upi.com

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2025/04/30/Spain-investigation-power-out…

DOE Sec Blames Renewables

Scientific American reports on controversial claims from the U.S. Energy Secretary attributing Spain's power outage to renewable energy sources. The article examines these assertions against technical evidence, featuring rebuttals from grid experts who point to other factors in the infrastructure failure. Source: scientificamerican.com

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/trumps-energy-secretary-baselessly-bl…

Google to Support 100,000 Electrical workers through NECA and IBEW Training

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

https://www.ebmag.com/google-to-support-100000-electrical-workers-through-neca-a…

National Grid Members Approve 4% Annual Wage Increase

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

https://aflcio.org/2025/4/23/service-solidarity-spotlight-ibew-members-national-…

Members Receive Service Awards

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

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

Shop Steward Spotlight

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

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

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