Thomas R. Henchey, Business Manager
Around the Local
The Trump administration's ambitious AI development plan calls for massive data center construction that will significantly impact US energy infrastructure. President Donald Trump's plan to boost artificial intelligence and build data centers across the U.S. could speed up a building boom that was already expected to strain the nation's ability to power it. The initiative promises substantial work opportunities for IBEW electricians in data center construction, power plant development, and grid infrastructure upgrades needed to support AI computing demands. Source: apnews.com
Featured Video:
IBEW electricians across Maine are experiencing significant job losses as green energy projects stall due to federal incentive cuts. Maine's clean energy progress has slowed as solar projects stall, with unions reporting around 100 jobs lost due to canceled contracts and a 40 percent decline in apprenticeship applications. The uncertainty around federal tax credits is causing companies to delay or cancel renewable energy projects that had been in development, directly impacting IBEW members and union growth. Source: newscentermaine.com
Featured Video:
Energy Capital Partners plans a massive $5 billion data center investment at the York II Energy Center, representing one of the largest technology infrastructure projects in Pennsylvania history. The development will create significant construction opportunities and long-term technical jobs while requiring substantial electrical infrastructure upgrades to support the facility's power demands. Source: ydr.com
Featured Video:
Pennsylvania has achieved a major clean energy milestone by doubling its solar power generation capacity to 2 gigawatts in just 17 months. The installed solar generation can now power approximately 350,000 homes, marking significant progress toward the state's renewable energy goals. State officials gathered at Gifford Pinchot State Park to celebrate this achievement, which represents substantial growth in Pennsylvania's solar infrastructure and clean energy economy. Source: paenvironmentdaily.blogspot.com
Featured Video:
Amazon plans to spend $20 billion to build two data centers in Pennsylvania, a move that state officials say will generate thousands of jobs over the next decade. However, critical details remain unclear, including the centers' full impact on electricity supply and pricing for consumers. These hyperscale computing centers for AI development require enormous amounts of power for operations and cooling, raising concerns about grid strain and potential rate increases for Pennsylvania residents. Source: spotlightpa.org
Featured Video:
- ‹ previous
- 33 of 325
- next ›