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Designing and Maintaining 21st Century Electrical Systems Affiliated Jacksonville Electrical Contractors not only maintain electrical systems and wiring, we desgin them Our contractors are skilled trade’s people and are experts in the design, implementation, and installation of the electrical and energy management systems and are regarded by the industry as highly trained professionals. You can be assured of absolutely sound engineering... more ...	President Biden Special Message to the IBEW	Meet The Jacksonville Electricians A common, prevailing notion in the Florida construction industry is that it costs more to work with organized electricians or electrical contractors. Jacksonville's customers and business owners are increasingly recognizing this as a myth. Sure, you can always go the lowest dollar on anything in life. However, it is also always true that you get what you pay for. Going for the lowest... more ...
Wolfson Children's Hospital Customer: Baptist Medical Center Project: Wolfson Children's Hospital Project Type: Labor Agreement Number of Electricians Employed on This Project: 54 When Russell Harper,... more ...	Administration Delivers on the Infrastructure Promise Modernizing the electric grid. Decarbonizing transportation. Investing in the future. Good job opportunities for Americans. All are moving forward with the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the largest infrastructure law in generations – and with it jobs for IBEW members in nearly every branch. On Facebook... more ...	Build Back Better How President Biden’s actions benefit working families and IBEW members Modernizing the electric grid. Decarbonizing transportation. Investing in the future. Good job opportunities for Americans. All are moving forward with the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the largest infrastructure law in generations – and with it jobs for IBEW members in nearly every branch. Read the... more ...

Welcome to IBEW 177

The Jacksonville Electricians

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers is an organization made up of nearly 750,00 men and women just like you, engaged in every type of employment. Their needs and goals are the same as yours, however, they have the personal strength, and human dignity that come from belonging to a world respected labor organization which helps it's members live better, freer, and fuller lives. IBEW members stand united in local unions in all 50 states, in Canada, Puerto Rico, and the Panama Canal Zone. The IBEW provides imaginative and responsible leadership, and has an outstanding reputation for being a progressive union. It is an important member of the AFL-CIO family of unions.

AI, Data Ctrs, And Climate Risk

https://cleantechnica.com/2024/12/12/ai-data-centers-climate-risks/

Exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence, data center infrastructure, and emerging climate-related challenges. Source: cleantechnica.com

OSHA Releases New PPE Arc Flash Guidance

https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/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

https://www.fastcompany.com/91246164/clearloop-climate-tech-clean-up-dirtiest-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

https://www.romesentinel.com/townnews/hydrography/new-york-must-center-justice-in-grid-planning-heres-how/article_43528670-b892-11ef-9a7a-0b2c9e19dff8.html

An analysis of how grid planning can incorporate social justice principles, focusing on equitable energy infrastructure development. Source: romesentinel.com

Nonprofits, Faith Groups Celebrate $20M for Resilience Hub

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2024/12/16/detroit-food-pantries-kitchens-to-serve-as-climate-resilience-hubs/77013486007/

Detroit community organizations receive significant funding to develop climate resilience hubs, focusing on local food security and emergency preparedness. Source: detroitnews.com

Fish and Game Workers Go IBEW

https://albertaworker.ca/news/sherwood-park-fish-game-workers-file-to-unionize/

Fish and game workers in Sherwood Park file to join the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), expanding union representation. Source: albertaworker.ca