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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 ...

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Pres Cooper, Sec-Treas Noble : The Bonds That Unite Us (EW)

https://www.ibew.org/articles/24ElectricalWorker/EW2412/2024-12-from-the-officers.html

An in-depth exploration of leadership unity and shared vision by IBEW President Kenneth Cooper and Secretary-Treasurer Paul Noble, highlighting the organization's strategic direction and collaborative approach to representing electrical workers.

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Transitions : William W. "Bill" Reilly (EW)

https://www.ibew.org/articles/24ElectricalWorker/EW2412/2024-12-transitions.html

A commemorative piece honoring the life and career of William W. "Bill" Reilly, highlighting his contributions to the electrical workers' community and his significant impact on the industry.

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Deal Assailed as Insufficient

https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/wealthy-countries-back-raising-cop29-climate-deal-300-billion-sources-say-2024-11-23/

Critics argue that the COP29 climate deal's $300 billion commitment falls short of addressing urgent global climate challenges and energy transition needs.

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Nations at COP29 Climate Summit Agree to Annual $300B Pledge

https://www.nytimes.com/video/climate/100000009843098/cop29-climate-summit-deal.html

Global climate summit reaches historic agreement with $300 billion annual commitment to address climate change and support clean energy transition.

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Members Bring Fire-Ravaged Community Hospital Back to Life

https://www.ibew.org/articles/24ElectricalWorker/EW2411/2024-11-brockton-hospital.html

IBEW members lead crucial restoration work at Brockton Hospital, rebuilding electrical systems and infrastructure after devastating fire damage.

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Landmark $1B Solar/Storage Build Approved With IBEW Help

https://www.ibew.org/articles/24ElectricalWorker/EW2411/2024-11-ohio-solar-storage-project.html

Major breakthrough in Ohio as $1 billion solar and storage project gets approval, showcasing IBEW's role in advancing renewable energy infrastructure.

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