Articles from IBEW News

Local Partners With Utility on Training Program for Tribal Members

New partnership initiative launches to provide specialized electrical training programs for tribal members, creating career opportunities and addressing workforce needs in utility sector. The program includes hands-on training and apprenticeship opportunities. Source: ibew.org

Electrical Contractors Building Data Centers Weigh In

Industry experts discuss challenges and innovations in data center electrical infrastructure, highlighting emerging trends in power distribution, efficiency, and sustainability. Contractors share insights on meeting growing demands for reliable data center power systems. Source: datacenterfrontier.com

Solar-Powered Reactor Sucks CO2 From the Air and Turns It Into Fuel

Innovative solar-powered technology demonstrates capability to capture atmospheric CO2 and convert it into usable fuel, marking potential breakthrough in carbon capture and renewable energy production. The system operates entirely on solar power, offering a sustainable approach to fuel generation. Source: gizmodo.com

Report: America May Not Need a Massive Energy Build-Out to Power the AI Revolution

A Duke University study suggests that the existing U.S. electricity infrastructure can support the growth of data centers necessary for artificial intelligence advancements without significant new power plant construction, provided that data centers incorporate some flexibility in their energy consumption. Source: cfr.org

Natural Gas Tapped As Priority in Largest U.S. Grid

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has approved a proposal by PJM Interconnection to expedite the construction of natural gas power plants to prevent potential energy shortages by 2026. Critics argue this move favors fossil fuels over renewable energy sources. Source: apnews.com

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