Clean Energy and Union Labor Intersect (EW)
ibew.org: International President Kenneth W. Cooper tours the Atlantic City Convention Center in New Jersey, a 100% union facility where clean energy projects and IBEW labor have come together
Sec-Treas Noble : An Even Stronger Retirement (EW)
ibew.org: International Secretary Treasurer Paul A. Noble explains the new National Electrical Individual Benefit pension program and encourages local unions to negotiate the employer funded plan as an additional retirement supplement for members
War Accelerates Global Shift from Oil and Gas
theguardian.com: The US conflict with Iran is accelerating the global shift away from oil and gas, driving sharp increases in electric vehicle demand across Europe and renewed investment in renewables worldwide despite Trump administration policies favoring fossil fuels
Pres Cooper : Run for Something (EW)
ibew.org: International President Kenneth W. Cooper urges IBEW members and retirees to consider running for public office at all levels of government, noting more than 700 already hold elected positions across the US and Canada
39th Memorial of the L'Ambiance Plaza Tragedy
On April 23, 1987, the L'Ambiance Plaza collapsed in a devastating tragedy, taking the lives of 28 hardworking construction workers. It was a dark day that forever changed Bridgeport and left an indelible mark on the families and friends left behind.
We must never forget them, nor the sacrifices they made.
Please join us Thursday April 23, 2026 at Bridgeport City Hall (side entrance) 45 Lyons Terrace, at 11:00am (service to start promptly at 11:30am), as we gather to honor their memory, support one another, and ensure their legacy is never forgotten.