Five projects by IBEW/NECA Electrical Connection contractors receive recognition as finalists in the prestigious Associated General Contractors Keystone Awards, with Guarantee Electrical and PayneCrest Electric earning honors for construction excellence, continuing a tradition of 115 IBEW/NECA projects honored since 1997. Source: labortribune.com

Workers at Framatome's Richland nuclear fuel production facility successfully vote to join the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, motivated by desires for better working conditions, workplace safety improvements, and stronger voice in employment matters. Source: tricitiesbusinessnews.com

Reader correspondence highlighting positive outcomes and achievements within the IBEW community, showcasing member experiences and union impact stories. Source: ibew.org

IBEW announces new training initiatives designed to prepare members for emerging opportunities in advanced manufacturing, ensuring the union stays competitive in evolving industrial sectors. Source: ibew.org

Secretary-Treasurer Noble discusses workplace mental health challenges and hidden injuries affecting electrical workers, emphasizing the union's commitment to comprehensive member wellness. Source: ibew.org

IBEW explores strategic partnerships in the renewable energy sector, focusing on securing union jobs in solar projects while addressing industry challenges and competition. Source: ibew.org

IBEW President Cooper addresses critical challenges facing electrical workers and the union's commitment to protecting member interests against industry pressures. Source: ibew.org

Governor Kathy Hochul has launched New York's first Bulk Energy Storage Request for Proposals to procure one gigawatt of energy storage capacity. The competitive solicitation is administered by NYSERDA and represents a major step toward New York's goal of achieving six gigawatts of energy storage by 2030. Step One eligibility applications are due September 4, 2025.

Analysis of how Long Island's resistance to energy infrastructure development poses risks to national energy security and competitiveness. The article examines the broader implications of local energy policy decisions on regional grid stability and America's ability to compete in the global energy transition.

New York's inaugural bulk energy storage procurement could provide significant momentum for long-duration energy storage (LDES) technologies. The 1 GW solicitation represents an opportunity for advanced storage solutions that can provide grid services beyond traditional battery systems, potentially accelerating LDES deployment nationwide.