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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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Climate Realism Initiatives Launch

https://www.cfr.org/event/climate-realism-initiative-launch

The Council on Foreign Relations has launched a new Climate Realism Initiative aimed at developing practical, achievable approaches to addressing climate challenges while balancing economic and energy security concerns.

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Manitoba Members Represented on US Skills Show

https://ibew.org/article/manitoba-represented-on-u-s-skills-show/

IBEW members from Manitoba have earned the opportunity to showcase their exceptional electrical trade skills at a prestigious US competition, highlighting the cross-border excellence and collaboration within the union.

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After Groundbreaking Bills on Jobs and Solar, State Tackles Grid

https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/transmission/after-groundbreaking-jobs-and-solar-bills-illinois-tackles-the-grid

Following successful legislation on clean energy jobs and solar initiatives, Illinois is now focusing on modernizing its electrical grid infrastructure to support renewable energy growth and improve reliability. Source: canarymedia.com

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IBEW Leads Way to Defeat State RTW Bill

https://www.ibew.org/media-center/Articles/25Daily/2502/250228_NewHampshire-house/

IBEW members successfully organized to defeat a "right-to-work" bill in New Hampshire, protecting workers' rights and collective bargaining. Source: ibew.org

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Who Should Pay Billions for Climate Disasters? CA, States Target Big Oil

https://calmatters.org/environment/climate-change/2025/03/climate-change-california-oil-industry-legal-strategy/

California leads several states in legal efforts to hold major oil companies financially responsible for climate-related disasters and infrastructure damage. The article examines the potential effectiveness of this strategy. Source: calmatters.org

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As Administration Slashes Climate Action, Can States and Cities Pick Up the Slack?

https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/analysis-trump-slashes-climate-action-can-states-cities-pick-up-slack-2025-02-27/

With the Trump administration cutting federal climate initiatives, this analysis explores whether state and local governments can effectively advance climate policies and maintain progress toward emissions reduction goals. Source: reuters.com

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