Around the Local

Meet Robert Corona, Business Manager

https://www.ibew11.org/leadership/robert-corona

Profile of Robert Corona, Business Manager for IBEW Local 11. Learn about his leadership role, vision for the local, and commitment to advancing the interests of electrical workers in the region.
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What Administration's Plans for the Arctic Mean for Climate Crisis

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/feb/05/what-trumps-plans-for-the-arctic-mean-for-the-global-climate-crisis

Analysis of the administration's Arctic development plans and their potential impact on the global climate crisis. The policies could have significant implications for energy infrastructure and environmental regulations affecting electrical workers and contractors.
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Local Hosts Program Designed For Servicewomen

https://www.ibew.org/media-center/Articles/26Daily/2602/260205_VeteransWomen

An IBEW local union is hosting a specialized program designed to help servicewomen transition into careers in the electrical trades. The initiative provides training, mentorship, and job placement assistance for women veterans.
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Producers Set to vote on IBEW

https://nwlaborpress.org/2026/02/kgw-producers-vote-on-whether-to-join-ibew-local-48/

KGW television producers are preparing to vote on whether to join IBEW Local 48. The unionization effort reflects growing interest among media production workers in securing collective bargaining rights and workplace protections.
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Raises Approved in New IBEW Deal

https://www.gridleyherald.com/2026/02/04/562520/gridley-approves-raises-in-new-ibew-deal

Gridley city officials have approved wage increases as part of a new contract agreement with IBEW union members. The deal includes raises for electrical workers and represents progress in ongoing labor negotiations.
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These Places Are Likely to Have Electric Grid Problems

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/these-places-are-likely-to-have-electric-grid-problems/ar-AA1W3KQo?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds

A report identifying regions most at risk for electric grid strain, examining aging infrastructure, extreme weather, and rising energy consumption.
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The Great Power Up: Navigating America's Surging Demand for Electricity

https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/the-great-power-up-navigating-america-s-4741864/

An analysis of the legal, regulatory, and infrastructure challenges created by rapidly increasing electricity demand across the United States.
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Code of Excellence Brings Quote, Refreshing Change for Local (EW)

https://ibew.org/electrical_worker/code-of-excellence-local-125/?ref=ew

How the Code of Excellence initiative is improving labor-management relationships, raising jobsite standards, and delivering better outcomes for workers and contractors.
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Sec Treas Noble: Powering Our Future (EW)

https://ibew.org/electrical_worker/powering-our-future/?ref=ew

A discussion on strategies for strengthening the nation's energy infrastructure, investing in training, and preparing the next generation of electrical workers.
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Member Breaks Down Barriers, Brings Others With Her (EW)

https://ibew.org/electrical_worker/philadelphia-member-breaks-down-barriers/?ref=ew

A profile highlighting a union member's leadership and advocacy, focusing on mentorship, inclusion, and expanding access to skilled electrical careers.
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