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AFL-CIO Pres Shuler Slams Federal Mass Firings Plan

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler condemned the Trump administration's Office of Management and Budget directive instructing federal agencies to prepare for permanent reductions in force if a government shutdown occurs October 1. Shuler stated that federal workers who keep essential government services running have already suffered immensely from Project 2025 and DOGE agenda chaos, declaring they are not pawns for political games.
https://aflcio.org/2025/9/26/toughness-grit-and-fortitude-working-people-weekly-…

Nvidia Unleashes New Architecture for Data Centers

Nvidia announced its revolutionary Blackwell architecture for data centers, featuring 208 billion transistor GPUs with 10TB/s chip-to-chip interconnects creating unified computing power. The Blackwell platform includes GB200 NVL72 systems delivering 30x faster AI inference than previous generation, with partners including AWS, Dell, Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Oracle adopting the technology.
https://markets.financialcontent.com/stocks/article/marketminute-2025-9-30-nvidi…

Chinese Tech Giants Bet on Batteries As AI Fuels Power Demand Surge

Major Chinese technology companies including Alibaba, Tencent, and ByteDance are investing heavily in battery energy storage systems to meet surging power demands from AI data center operations. The shift toward battery backup and storage solutions addresses the massive electricity requirements of artificial intelligence computing while providing grid stability.
https://www.ess-news.com/2025/09/30/alibaba-tencent-and-bytedance-bet-on-batteri…

Who Will Win the Global Battle for the Future of Energy Storage?

Analysis of the intensifying global competition for dominance in energy storage technology, with implications for grid modernization, renewable energy integration, and industrial power systems. The energy storage race involves multiple competing technologies and international players vying for market leadership in batteries, hydrogen storage, and advanced grid solutions.
https://www.economies.com/forex/news/who-will-win-the-global-battle-for-the-futu…

How to Help Electrical Workers Without Borders (EW)

Electrical Workers Without Borders North America (EWWBNA) is mobilizing IBEW volunteers for humanitarian electrical work, including the "Light Up Navajo" project bringing electricity to approximately 15,000 families living without grid connections on the Navajo Nation. The organization harnesses the skills and goodwill of electrical professionals by fielding volunteers on social-impact projects in disadvantaged communities, helping them adopt renewable energy systems and obtain training to maintain them.
https://ibew.org/electrical_worker/how-to-help-electrical-workers-without-border…

Inside the Jobs That Fuel the Data Center Construction Boom

Analysis of employment opportunities created by data center construction boom, with Maryland serving as a key example of job creation in the expanding industry. Research shows that data center construction creates one job for every 275 square feet built, with a typical 800,000 square foot facility supporting 5,000 direct and indirect jobs and generating $775 million in economic activity during construction.
https://technical.ly/workforce/data-center-jobs-explainer-maryland/

Counties Collaborate on Work to Support Climate-Resilient Buildings

Regional counties are working together on initiatives to develop climate-resilient building standards and construction practices that can withstand extreme weather events and environmental challenges. The collaborative effort focuses on updated building codes, energy-efficient electrical systems, and sustainable construction methods that create opportunities for skilled electrical workers in green building technologies.
https://kcemployees.com/2025/09/26/counties-across-region-collaborating-on-work-…

UN Summit Increases Momentum to COP30

The United Nations Climate Summit is building momentum toward the COP30 climate conference, with increased focus on global infrastructure investments and renewable energy development that will create significant opportunities for electrical workers worldwide. The summit discussions include massive green infrastructure projects, electrical grid modernization, and renewable energy installations that align with IBEW members' expertise in power systems, solar installation, wind energy, and smart grid technologies.
https://wmo.int/media/news/un-climate-summit-increases-momentum-cop30

Cable Company Employees Join IBEW

Cable company employees have successfully organized and joined the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, expanding union representation in the telecommunications and cable industry. The organizing victory demonstrates growing momentum for IBEW membership among workers in related electrical and communications fields, providing these workers with union representation, collective bargaining rights, and access to IBEW training programs.
https://midhudsonnews.com/2025/09/24/cable-company-employees-join-ibew/

AFL-CIO Honors the Life and Legacy of Former USW Pres. Leo W. Gerard

The AFL-CIO honors the life and legacy of former United Steelworkers International President Leo W. Gerard, who recently passed away after serving 18 years as USW president from 2001-2019. Gerard was recognized as a visionary labor leader who fought tirelessly for workers' rights, safer jobs, better pay, and retirement security. His legacy includes receiving Canada's highest civilian honor, the Companion of the Order of Canada, and having the University of Toronto establish the USW/Leo Gerard Chair in his honor. Source: aflcio.org
https://aflcio.org/press/releases/afl-cio-honors-life-and-legacy-former-usw-inte…

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