Puerto Rico's Power Grid Collapses
Major power outage affects Puerto Rico as electrical grid fails, highlighting ongoing infrastructure challenges. Source: reuters.com
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AI, the Electricians, and the Boom Towns
An exploration of how the AI boom is creating new opportunities for IBEW electricians in data center construction and maintenance across emerging tech hubs. | source: nytimes.com
Big Tech Spending (Visual)
Visual breakdown of major technology companies' investments in AI infrastructure and data center development, highlighting the scale of current and planned construction projects. | source: visualcapitalist.com
Musk's xAI Lands $6B to Fuel Growth
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company xAI secures $6 billion in funding, potentially leading to new data center construction and infrastructure development projects. | source: techcrunch.com
Labor-backed Law to Require Agencies to Monitor Use of Generative AI
New legislation supported by labor organizations mandates state agencies to track and report their use of AI technologies, ensuring transparency and worker protection. | source: timesunion.com
OSHA Releases New PPE Arc Flash Guidance
OSHA has updated its Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines for arc flash protection, providing comprehensive recommendations for electrical worker safety. Source: njbmagazine.com
How This Climate Tech Company Cleans Up Energy Grids
Clearloop is pioneering innovative solutions to decarbonize the most polluted energy grids, offering a targeted approach to addressing climate change through technological interventions. Source: fastcompany.com
Salter : How to Put Justice into Grid Plans
An analysis of how grid planning can incorporate social justice principles, focusing on equitable energy infrastructure development. Source: romesentinel.com
AI, Data Ctrs, And Climate Risk
Exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence, data center infrastructure, and emerging climate-related challenges. Source: cleantechnica.com
Nonprofits, Faith Groups Celebrate $20M for Resilience Hub
Detroit community organizations receive significant funding to develop climate resilience hubs, focusing on local food security and emergency preparedness. Source: detroitnews.com