Brothers and Sisters of the IBEW - summertime is upon us, our country is open, and it’s time to enjoy a well deserved 4th of July weekend! Let’s get back to our family barbecues, slathering on the sunscreen for some fun on the water, and throwing open our lawn chairs to enjoy a giant firework show. Remember, thank you for working hard, it makes enjoying time with our family and friends that much sweeter. To everyone in the IBEW, have a happy 4th of July! Watch Now: https://youtu.be/9AObek0C2V8

The IBEW Business Development Department works tirelessly to help our locals win projects large and small, so our men and women can continue to turn the screws that supply essential power to our communities and businesses. In today’s News Brief we're in the 6th district where IBEW Local 531 out of La Porte, Indiana gears up for a monumental solar power construction job. The Dunn’s Bridge Solar project is close to breaking ground on a two phase endeavor which will involve installations of an estimated 2.4 million solar panels. When all is said and done, Business Manager Jim Clarida says this massive project will generate enough power for over 200,000 households in Indiana’s Jasper County. With the Code of Excellence on their side, IBEW members in Indiana are prepared to meet the high customer service standard, and put their state on the map as a leader in renewable energy. In today’s News Brief we're in the 6th district where IBEW Local 531 out of La Porte, Indiana gears up for a monumental solar power construction job. The Dunn’s Bridge Solar project is close to breaking ground on a two-phase endeavor that will involve installations of an estimated 2.4 million solar panels. When all is said and done, Business Manager Jim Clarida says this massive project will generate enough power for over 200,000 households in Indiana’s Jasper County. With the Code of Excellence on their side, IBEW members in Indiana are prepared to meet the high customer service standard and put their state on the map as a leader in renewable energy. Watch Now: https://youtu.be/wv-t8Hdz2Ho

Time is money, and every second counts when we’re on the job site. That’s why IBEW members trust Klein Tools to deliver tools that work as hard as they do. The Connect Quad 24 Deep Well Impact Flip Socket Set saves time and space with four socket sizes in one compact design. Built with heat-treated, cold-forged steel for durability and exceptional reach in tight spaces. Seamless. Efficient. Built for the IBEW members who need them most. ⚡🛠️

IBEW is leading New York’s clean energy future through expertise, safety, and world-class electrical training. ⚡️ From solar arrays to battery storage and grid modernization, our members are building reliable, sustainable energy systems — all funded jointly by labor and management, not taxpayers.

After 22 years in the U.S. Air Force, Eloy faced a whole new kind of uncertainty transitioning into civilian life. At 41 years old, with no electrical experience, he took a leap of faith and joined IBEW Local 673. What he brought with him was resilience, perseverance, and the same sense of duty that carried him through multiple overseas deployments. Today, Eloy is proud to call the IBEW 673 his new brotherhood, and he’s proof that it’s never too late to start fresh.

Join President Kenny Cooper as he shares a heartfelt message and unveils exclusive programs for our esteemed veterans within the IBEW community. Happy Veterans Day from our IBEW family to yours.