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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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Hundreds of EPA Grants Cut, Leaving Cities on the Hook

https://grist.org/cities/trump-cuts-hundreds-of-epa-grants-leaving-cities-on-the-hook-for-climate-resiliency/

Federal cuts to EPA funding force municipalities to shoulder the financial burden of climate resilience projects independently. Source: grist.org

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EU Warned By Advisers Not to Weaken Goal

https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/cop/eu-warned-by-advisers-not-weaken-new-climate-goal-2025-06-02/

European Union climate advisers caution against diluting ambitious environmental targets in upcoming policy decisions. Source: reuters.com

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Mayors Make Climate Action Personal

https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2025/06/mayors-cities-local-climate-action-green-spaces/

City mayors across America are implementing grassroots climate initiatives and expanding green spaces to address environmental challenges locally. Source: motherjones.com

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Hard Work, Positivity Help Member Find Success (EW)

https://ibew.org/hard-work-positivity-help-a-calif-member-find-ibew-success-after-prison/

California IBEW member overcomes incarceration challenges through determination and union support to build a successful electrical career. Source: ibew.org

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IBEW-NECA Reminds Dock Owners on Electrical Safety

https://labortribune.com/ibew-neca-electrical-connection-reminds-boat-dock-owners-to-check-electrical-safety/

IBEW-NECA partnership issues safety reminders to boat dock owners about proper electrical installations and maintenance protocols. Source: labortribune.com

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How Unions Are Shaping America's Clean Energy Revolution

https://www.coletivometranca.com.br/en/news_en/the-surprising-new-battleground-for-good-paying-jobs-how-unions-are-shaping-americas-green-revolution/65361/#google_vignette

Labor unions are positioning themselves at the forefront of America's clean energy transition, advocating for policies that create good-paying union jobs while advancing climate goals. Construction unions are actively pushing for legislation supporting geothermal energy, battery storage, building retrofits, and nuclear power projects that prioritize union labor and worker protections.

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