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Coverage of the governor's visit to an IBEW local union hall for the signing of landmark clean energy legislation, highlighting the union's role in shaping policy. | Source: ibew.org
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Source: nytimes.com - Recent administrative decisions to pause climate-related infrastructure spending have led to widespread job freezes in the renewable energy sector and the suspension of multiple clean energy construction projects, impacting thousands of electrical workers nationwide.
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Source: interestingengineering.com - Innovative project launches to utilize molten salt reactor technology for water desalination, creating new opportunities for electrical workers in the nuclear sector while addressing water scarcity challenges in drought-prone regions.
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Source: nytimes.com - In a stark warning for homeowners, new research suggests that climate change and insurance market instability are eroding property values across the United States. Analysis reveals increasing challenges to US home values, including climate-related risks, insurance market volatility, and potential long-term economic impacts on residential real estate markets.
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Source: calmatters.org - Artificial intelligence advancements are revolutionizing nuclear power plant operations and safety systems, potentially paving the way for a nuclear energy revival in California. New AI-driven safety protocols and operational efficiencies are addressing historical concerns about nuclear energy.
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