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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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Musk's xAI Lands $6B to Fuel Growth

https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/25/elon-musks-xai-lands-billions-in-new-cash-to-fuel-ai-ambitions/

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company xAI secures $6 billion in funding, potentially leading to new data center construction and infrastructure development projects. | source: techcrunch.com

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Labor-backed Law to Require Agencies to Monitor Use of Generative AI

https://www.timesunion.com/capitol/article/new-law-require-state-agencies-monitor-use-19999749.php

New legislation supported by labor organizations mandates state agencies to track and report their use of AI technologies, ensuring transparency and worker protection. | source: timesunion.com

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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

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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

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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

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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

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