Local Criticizes Utility Repair Record

whyy.org: IBEW Local 614, representing about 1,400 PECO workers in Philadelphia, filed a petition with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission seeking an investigation into the utility's maintenance practices, presenting roughly 100 photographs of splintered poles, frayed wires, and unsecured transformers concentrated in the city's poorest neighborhoods despite PECO posting a nearly 50% increase in profits.

Biz Mgr: Why We Support Blackstone Energy Acquisition

abqjournal.com: IBEW Local 611 Business Manager explains why New Mexico electricians support Blackstone Infrastructure's acquisition of TXNM Energy and PNM, citing commitments to honor all union labor agreements, maintain local control, and invest in long-term grid modernization for a carbon-free energy future.

State Lawmakers Sign Off On Tweed Deal Dollars

newhavenindependent.org: The Connecticut legislature approved a funding package tied to the Tweed New Haven Airport expansion deal, authorizing up to $40 million in state bonds for East Haven public safety facilities plus annual payments to both East Haven and New Haven in exchange for East Haven agreeing not to further contest federal approval of the runway and terminal project.

Manchester Tech School Solar Project Part Of 7-Site State Clean Energy Rollout

patch.com: A ribbon cutting at Howell Cheney Technical High School in Manchester marked one of seven solar installations nearing completion at Connecticut technical high schools, with the combined projects expected to deliver nearly 4 megawatts of renewable energy and save the state roughly $5.4 million in energy costs over the life of the panels.

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