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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 ...

Pres Cooper The IBEW Is Wired for Change

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 ...

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.

Unlocking AI's Grid Modernization Potential

https://fas.org/publication/unlocking-ai-grid-modernization-potential/

Report examines how artificial intelligence technologies can be leveraged to modernize and improve electrical grid infrastructure, enhancing efficiency and reliability. Source: fas.org

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A Win That Sets the Stage for Workers' Gains (EW)

https://ibew.org/electrical_worker/wisconsin-win-sets-stage-for-workers-gains/?ref=ew

Wisconsin IBEW members achieve significant labor victory that establishes precedent for improved working conditions and benefits across the electrical industry. Source: ibew.org

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Biz Mgr Corona : An Injury to One is an Injury to All

https://ibew11.org/2025/06/an-injury-to-one-is-an-injury-to-all/

Business Manager Corona emphasizes the fundamental union principle of solidarity and collective support in addressing workplace safety and worker protection issues. Source: ibew11.org

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ALLIANCE Provides Electrical Workforce Development Program Around AI

https://www.columbiagorgenews.com/free_news/alliance-provides-electrical-workforce-development-programs-across-oregon/article_d62983e7-bba4-4dd5-a3e4-0c80754cd531.html

Oregon electrical training alliance launches comprehensive workforce development programs focused on artificial intelligence applications in the electrical industry. Source: columbiagorgenews.com

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Electrical Apprentices Get NFL-Style Draft Celebration for New Jobs

https://www.cantonrep.com/story/business/2025/06/25/ibew-540-hosts-apprentice-draft-day-at-pro-football-hall-of-fame/84338406007/

IBEW Local 540 creates exciting NFL draft-style event to celebrate electrical apprentices being selected for job placements, hosted at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Source: cantonrep.com

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AI Is Consuming More Power Than The Grid Can Handle. Nuclear Might Be The Answer.

https://brighterworld.mcmaster.ca/articles/analysis-nuclear-the-answer-to-ai-power-demands/

Analysis explores how artificial intelligence's massive energy consumption is straining electrical grids and examines nuclear power as a potential solution to meet growing demand. Source: brighterworld.mcmaster.ca

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