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Powering Chicago Partners with CISCO for Third Annual Construction Fair

Powering Chicago proudly partnered with the Construction Industry Service Corporation (CISCO) for its third annual Union Construction Trades Fair, hosted by IBEW Local 134. The free event, open to the public, took place on July 19th, 2024 in Chicago. The fair aimed to educate and inspire the next generation of trades professionals by providing hands-on […]

StayLitt Electric Gives Back to Make a Difference at Oak Leyden

For over six decades, Oak Leyden has been providing essential services and opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. However, the organization recently faced a significant challenge when its dated cooling systems struggled to keep up with the demands of the summer heat. Recognizing the urgent need for action, Powering Chicago member contractor StayLitt […]

Powering Chicago Members Help Restore 38 Homes on National Rebuilding Day

At Powering Chicago, we understand the importance of volunteer work, which is why every year, our member contractors join Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago to restore homes on National Rebuilding Day. This year, more than 1,500 volunteers came together to repair over 60 homes in the Englewood and Park Forest neighborhoods.  “This marks Powering Chicago’s 24th […]

EV Charger Installation: Powering Chicago’s Expert Electricians Lead the Way

While the push to increase EV charger installation and infrastructure is relatively recent, the IBEW/NECA Technical Institute (IN-Tech) in Alsip, IL, has been training members on this specialized work for decades. At IN-Tech, IBEW Local 134 electricians train through a five-year, accredited apprenticeship program and graduate as electrical journeypersons. Apprentices complete 8,000 hours of combined […]

The Benefits of Installing EVSE Charging Infrastructure at Your Business

While the tax incentives are plentiful, installing EVSE has many benefits to businesses, both in the long and short-term.  Puts your business on the map — literally. If you choose a charging station through a network like Volta, PlugShare, or Blink, your business will appear on their charging maps. With an average charge time of […]

Transform Your Commercial Building with Retrofitting for Maximum Energy Efficiency

In today’s fast-paced world, the quest for energy efficiency has never been more critical. Business owners and facility managers are constantly seeking innovative ways to reduce operational costs while contributing to a greener, more sustainable future. One powerful solution that has been gaining traction is retrofitting your commercial building’s electrical infrastructure with the help of […]

Powering Chicago’s EV Charging Resource Center takes center stage at 2024 Chicago Auto Show

This year’s Chicago Auto Show had a major focus on electric vehicles and charging infrastructure, with Powering Chicago taking center stage as the premier sponsor. Showgoers could immerse themselves in interactive exhibits highlighting Powering Chicago’s role in building out the region’s charging network at our EV Charging Resource Center. One of the main attractions was […]