Signatory contractor Taylor Electric and Technology and IBEW 134 Electricians adorn Chicago’s “official” Christmas Tree CHICAGO – (November 21, 2024) – Powering Chicago, the labor-management partnership between the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 134 and the Electrical Contractors’ Association of Chicago and Cook County (ECA), will proudly present the 111th Chicago Tree Lighting […]
More than 200 high school students will gather at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (IN-Tech) for Powering Chicago’s fifth annual STEM competition, highlighting the growing intersection of renewable energy and electrical construction careers. “This year we have 53 teams from across Cook County and greater Chicagoland, with students designing and constructing advanced solar charging stations that […]
In a meaningful celebration of achievement and dedication, the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (IN-TECH) hosted its annual Apprentice Graduation Ceremony on Saturday, October 19, 2024, in Alsip, Illinois. The evening marked a significant milestone for aspiring electricians as they transitioned from apprentices to journey-level professionals. Leadership and Industry Recognition The ceremony, facilitated by IN-TECH Director Gene […]
In episode 12 of The Power of Better, viewers join Elbert Walters III, Executive Director of Powering Chicago, at the Algonquin Wastewater Treatment Facility. The episode explores the intricate process of extracting pollutants from contaminated water before it’s pumped into the nearby Fox River and the maintenance of those systems to keep the community safe. […]
An urban agriculture revolution is taking root in the heart of Chicago thanks to an organization called, Just Roots. Just Roots collaborates with Chicago communities to develop and expand access to local, sustainably grown food. Powering Chicago member contractor Adelante Construction Group LLC recently teamed up with Just Roots at St. James Community Farm to […]
This Hispanic Heritage Month, Powering Chicago proudly shines a light on member contractor JM Polcurr, Inc. JM Polcurr’s President, John Marquez, is a third-generation Mexican-American and a testament to the expertise, innovation, and commitment to quality that define Powering Chicago’s network of electrical contractors. From Apprentice to Industry Leader Marquez’s journey in the electrical industry […]
With the rapid expansion of electric vehicles (EVs) and Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) charging infrastructure in the Midwest, Powering Chicago, led by Executive Director Elbert Walters III, is committed to providing essential information and credible resources to individuals and businesses interested in adopting renewable energy. “Our goal is to support the safe, reliable, and […]
Industrial facilities in Chicago are starting to realize the major cost savings and environmental benefits of upgrading to renewable energy sources like solar power. However, the path to going solar or installing Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) is not always straightforward for aging industrial sites. Between permitting hurdles, roof conditions, and electrical system upgrades, industrial […]
When Meade Electric and IBEW Local 134 electricians signed up for “Christmas in April,” an annual event organized by Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago, they expected to spend a couple of days making electrical repairs for a homeowner in need. What they didn’t anticipate was that their commitment would extend far beyond a couple of days, […]
Powering Chicago showcased its innovative mobile field trip truck at the IBEW Local 134 Union Hall during the Democratic National Convention (DNC) that took place in Chicago this August. From August 19-22, the DNC brought delegates from all 50 states and U.S. territories to the McCormick Place Convention Center. On August 21, Powering Chicago hosted […]
