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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 ...

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Member Injured in Data Center Fire Quote, On Road to Recovery

https://www.yahoo.com/news/electrical-worker-road-recovery-carlisle-090701913.html

An IBEW member injured in a data center fire incident is making progress in their recovery. The story highlights the inherent risks faced by electrical workers in critical infrastructure facilities and underscores the importance of comprehensive safety protocols and worker support systems during medical emergencies.

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What's Behind Google's $10M Pledge to Train Electricians

https://www.inc.com/kit-eaton/why-google-just-pledged-10-million-to-train-electricians/91186132

Google announces a $10 million initiative to train 100,000 electrical workers and 30,000 new apprentices over five years to address critical labor shortages. The program combines traditional electrician skills with AI-based tools as tech giants face unprecedented power demands from data centers supporting artificial intelligence expansion.

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Local, Trades Lobby for $8B Metropolitan Park

https://nycclc.org/news/local-3-ibew-building-trades-unions-lobby-metropolitan

Local 3 IBEW and building trades unions are advocating for the development of an $8 billion Metropolitan Park project, highlighting job creation opportunities. Source: nycclc.org

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Biz Mgr Corona: Fighting for Jobs Across Energy Sectors

https://ibew11.org/2025/04/one-foot-in-the-future-one-in-the-present-fighting-for-jobs-across-energy-sectors/

Business Manager Corona discusses IBEW's strategy to secure jobs in both traditional and emerging energy sectors, balancing current needs with future opportunities. Source: ibew11.org

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Microsoft to Host Musk, Rivals AI

https://www.reuters.com/business/microsoft-hosts-developer-conference-focus-grows-ai-profits-2025-05-19/

Microsoft's developer conference will feature Elon Musk and AI industry rivals, as focus intensifies on artificial intelligence profitability and applications. Source: reuters.com

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Qualcomm Diversification Play: AI Data Centers via Nvidia

https://www.fierceelectronics.com/ai/qualcomms-next-diversification-play-ai-data-centers-nvidia

Qualcomm is expanding its business strategy to include AI data centers through partnership with Nvidia, marking a significant diversification in the company's portfolio. Source: fierceelectronics.com

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