Around the Local

Two New Haven housing projects, Ella B. Scantlebury and West Ridge Village, will receive millions in funding support to address affordable housing needs. Source: nhregister.com
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Several states have filed lawsuits challenging the administration's decision to pause wind energy development approvals. The legal action highlights concerns about the impact on renewable energy jobs and climate goals. Source: utilitydive.com
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Spanish and Portuguese authorities continue investigating the massive power grid failure that affected the Iberian Peninsula. Engineers and security experts are examining whether the outage resulted from technical failure, cyberattack, or grid management issues. Early findings suggest problems at key transmission substations. Source: upi.com
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California IBEW local secures major contract victory after months of strategic negotiations. The agreement includes improved wages, benefits, and worker protections following persistent relationship-building efforts with key stakeholders. Source: ibew.org
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IBEW Local 11 advocates for electrician priorities at municipal meetings, focusing on infrastructure safety standards, prevailing wage enforcement, and expanded apprenticeship opportunities. Representatives highlight the importance of skilled labor in maintaining critical electrical systems. Source: ibew11.org
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