International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

Powering Chicago Lights Up the Holidays with Presentation of 109th Chicago Tree Lighting Ceremony

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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CHICAGO, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Powering Chicago, the electrical industry labor-management partnership between IBEW Local 134 and the Electrical Contractors' Association (ECA) of Chicago and Cook County, will once again kick off the holidays by presenting the 109th Chicago Tree Lighting Ceremony at Millennium Park on Friday, November 18.

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  • Throughout the past few weeks, Powering Chicago members installed multi-colored lights on the 55-foot Colorado Blue Spruce.
  • In addition to lighting up the City of Chicago Christmas Tree for the first time, the company is celebrating its 100-year anniversary this year of serving the Chicagoland region.
  • Powering Chicago encourages its members and Chicagoland residents to share photos of their lights displays and donate to The Andrew Weishar Foundation.
  • "In addition to better construction and better careers, Powering Chicago is committed to investing in better communities," said Executive Elbert Walters III.

Nexamp and IBEW Local 103 Partner on Solar and Energy Storage System

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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BOSTON, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Nexamp and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 103 celebrated the completion of a solar and energy storage project at IBEW's headquarters in Dorchester, MA. The project will provide IBEW with annual savings on energy costs and supplemental power in the event of a local power outage, and is an ideal example of how the Massachusetts solar developer community and organized labor can lead the way in transitioning to a clean and resilient electric grid.

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  • A new solar + storage project at IBEW Local 103 in Boston provides cost savings, resiliency and training opportunities.
  • "Nexamp is extremely proud of our partnership with IBEW and this project, which will benefit Local 103 and its members for years to come," said Nexamp CEO Zaid Ashai.
  • Together, these bills will accelerate renewable energy development and help bring more projects, like the one at IBEW Local 103, online.
  • "Our union is walking the walk when it comes to energy efficiency," said Renee Dozier, Business Agent, IBEW Local 103.

Winning on the wire: Duke Energy lineworkers take home 11 awards at International Lineman's Rodeo

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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"Every event we do at the rodeo is detailed and strategic," said Tyler Manick, Duke Energy journeyman lineworker.

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  • "Every event we do at the rodeo is detailed and strategic," said Tyler Manick, Duke Energy journeyman lineworker.
  • Forty-six Duke Energy line technicians were among 1,300 competitors from across the globe who competed at this year's event.
  • Duke Energy participants earned their spots by competing in regional Duke Energy events in 2022.
  • Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America's largest energy holding companies.

CN and IBEW Arbitration Concludes with New Collective Agreement

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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MONTREAL, Oct. 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced the conclusion of the arbitration process with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).

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  • MONTREAL, Oct. 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced the conclusion of the arbitration process with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).
  • The three-year collective agreement is retroactive to January 01, 2022, and runs through December 31, 2024.
  • The agreement includes a 3 percent wage increase for each of 2022, 2023 and 2024.
  • - Rob Reilly, Executive Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer, CN
    The IBEW represents approximately 750 unionized Signals and Communications employees in CNs Canadianoperations.

J.W. Didado Electric to Partner with Newpoint Gas on Advanced Hydrogen Generation and Carbon Sequestration Project in Ohio

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
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Didado Electric to Partner with Newpoint Gas on Advanced Hydrogen Generation and Carbon Sequestration Project near Piketon, Ohio (Photo: Business Wire)

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  • Didado Electric to Partner with Newpoint Gas on Advanced Hydrogen Generation and Carbon Sequestration Project near Piketon, Ohio (Photo: Business Wire)
    The centerpiece of the h2Trillium Energy and Manufacturing (h2TEAM) Complex , the $1.5 billion project will be an integrated energy system closed loop manufacturing facility powered by clean hydrogen, with carbon sequestration.
  • At peak, in the construction phase, it will provide approximately 2,900 jobs and, when finished, will produce clean silicon, ammonia, and power.
  • We look forward to working with Newpoint and the other partners on this innovative and groundbreaking endeavor, said J.W.
  • Didado and Quanta Services to the team developing the clean power and manufacturing complex in Pike County, said Wiley Rhodes, CEO of Newpoint Gas.

Key Capture Energy Poised to Complete 20-Megawatt Clean Energy Storage Project with Union-Backed Labor

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Monday, August 22, 2022
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Key Capture Energy , LLC (KCE), a leading U.S. energy storage independent power producer headquartered in Albany NY, announces construction of its newest union labor-constructed utility-scale battery storage project south of Buffalo, NY.

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  • Key Capture Energy , LLC (KCE), a leading U.S. energy storage independent power producer headquartered in Albany NY, announces construction of its newest union labor-constructed utility-scale battery storage project south of Buffalo, NY.
  • Through a contract with Black & McDonald for construction and engineering services, Key Capture Energy has proudly partnered with unionized labor on this project.
  • IBEW members are proud to install and maintain the next generation of energy storage projects that will enable Americas clean energy future.
  • Jeff Bishop, Co-founder and CEO of Key Capture Energy, said, As a leader in energy storage with a deep commitment to building the green economy and workforce, Key Capture Energy is proud to partner with hardworking, unionized labor to advance the growth of clean energy solutions that meet the needs of the electric grid.

IBEW Local 58 Partners With Vehya to Provide the Workforce for EV Charger Installation and Service

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Friday, August 19, 2022
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For this reason, we are excited to announce that Vehya will be partnering in our Detroit Market with IBEW Local 58," states CEO and founder of Vehya.

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  • For this reason, we are excited to announce that Vehya will be partnering in our Detroit Market with IBEW Local 58," states CEO and founder of Vehya.
  • Vehya is a platform designed to connect qualified electricians with consumers for installation and service of products like EV chargers, solar, and battery storage.
  • IBEW Local 58 Detroit includes 4,800 member electricians with expertise in EV charging, solar, battery storage and all aspects of the electrical industry.
  • Customers, contractors and electricians interested in learning more about the benefits of IBEW Local 58 and Vehya can visit www.ibewlocal58.org and www.vehya.com for more information.

National Electrical Contractors Association Statement on Passage of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022

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Saturday, August 13, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) applauds Congress on the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) applauds Congress on the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
  • The Inflation Reduction Act, as negotiated by Senator Manchin and Majority Leader Schumer, will invest over $369 billion in domestic energy production and manufacturing.
  • The investment will provide NECA contractors with new opportunities to modernize our energy portfolio and create good-paying jobs across America.
  • The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) is a National Trade Association and the leading voice of the $202 billion electrical contracting industry that brings power, light, and communication technology to buildings and communities across the U.S. NECA collectively represents over 4,000 electrical contractor members served by 118 local Chapters across the country.

National Electrical Contractors Association Statement on President Biden signing of the CHIPS and Science Act into law

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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This legislation will create new job opportunities for our contractors and their employees and will ensure our nation's economic competitiveness.

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  • This legislation will create new job opportunities for our contractors and their employees and will ensure our nation's economic competitiveness.
  • NECA applauds President Biden for signing the CHIPS and Science Act into law.
  • NECA contractors are ready to go to work with its partners to build America's newest innovation of semiconductor chips and manufacturing plants in America.
  • NECA applauds President Biden for signing this critical legislation into law today.

Blackstone Infrastructure's Portfolio Company Atlantic Power Transmission LLC Announces Partnership With Offshore Energy Industry Expert Morrison Energy to Invest in New Jersey’s Workforce and Bring Jacket Foundation Fabrication to the State

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022
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Atlantic Power Transmission LLC (APT), a Blackstone (NYSE: BX) portfolio company, today announced its partnership with Morrison Energy (Morrison) to position New Jersey as a global leader in rapidly developing offshore wind energy generation and transmission supply chain.

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  • Atlantic Power Transmission LLC (APT), a Blackstone (NYSE: BX) portfolio company, today announced its partnership with Morrison Energy (Morrison) to position New Jersey as a global leader in rapidly developing offshore wind energy generation and transmission supply chain.
  • The fabrication facilities will bring hundreds of jobs to New Jersey and will lay the foundation for future projects in the state.
  • Morrison, headquartered in Houma, Louisiana, has over 39 years of experience serving as a preferred contractor and fabricator for many leading energy companies.
  • With U.S. and international fabrication experience, Morrison is well positioned to construct substation foundation jackets and ancillary components for large-scale projects.