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Volvo Construction Equipment announces a $40 million investment over five years to expand manufacturing at its Shippensburg, Pennsylvania facility. The expansion will increase production capacity for excavators and loaders, driven by growing demand and the need to improve supply chain logistics while reducing reliance on long-distance shipping.
Northeastern Pennsylvania emerges as a prime location for data center development, with community colleges playing a crucial role in workforce development. The region's strategic position and educational infrastructure make it attractive for tech companies seeking to establish data center operations.
Pennsylvania oil and gas industry leaders respond to regulatory criticism, emphasizing the sector's economic importance with over 100,000 jobs and billions in revenue. The op-ed argues that Pennsylvania's energy resources are crucial for attracting AI data centers and warns against burdensome regulations that could hurt competitiveness with neighboring states.
IBEW urges members to contact senators about legislation that could threaten electrical worker jobs and union protections, emphasizing the need for political action to safeguard the industry - source: ibew.org