A partnership between labor & management in metro Chicago’s electrical industry, we invest in better construction, better careers and better communities.
Powering Chicago was proud to support the @FWCChicago Women Rock 2026 Awards Reception as an encore sponsor. Congratulations to Powering Chicago member contractors @aldridgegroup and Taylor Electric on their well-deserved recognition. Learn more here: fwcchicago.com
Congratulations to Powering Chicago member contractor @RochaElectric President Alberto Rocha and Principal Rebeca Rocha on being named 2026 Emerging Leaders honorees by the National Latino Education Institute (NLEI) for their leadership and commitment to workforce development.
Retrofitting helps facilities improve energy efficiency without full system replacement. Learn how upgrades, safety, and incentives like C-PACE come together. Download our fact sheet today: info.poweringchicago.com/ret…#Retrofitting#Energy Efficiency #PoweringChicago
Meade Electric’s legacy spans 117 years of building what matters—from the CTA Red Line Modernization to EV charging near O’Hare. Their work is defined by union craftsmanship, technical precision, and long-term impact.
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Mission-critical electrical work requires the precision and coordination of Chicago’s first registered electrical contractor. See how Grand Kahn Electric, Inc. is delivering the Powering Chicago difference through turnkey solutions and technical mastery: hubs.ly/Q04jXKJV0
Powering Chicago member contractors and nearly 240 IBEW Local 134 electricians came together for National Rebuilding Day to complete electrical safety upgrades on 55 homes throughout Austin and Maywood with Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago. Read more: hubs.ly/Q04jQ-V30
O’Hare Terminal 3 is undergoing major electrical and infrastructure upgrades as part of the larger O’Hare 21 modernization effort. Powering Chicago member contractor Maron Electric is helping support the mission-critical renovation project. Watch here: hubs.ly/Q04jzr4X0
Hiring an electrical contractor is a decision that impacts every stage of your project.
Our guide gives you the insight to choose a partner who delivers quality, safety, and reliability every time. Download it today: hubs.ly/Q04fKXd_0#BetterConstruction
The Illinois IBEW Renewable Energy Fund’s Summer Solar Program gives trainees hands-on experience in solar installations—preparing the workforce needed for a clean energy future. Learn more: hubs.ly/Q04fKLPw0#SolarTraining#CleanEnergy#IBEWLocal134
Powering Chicago signatory contractors have the training, local code knowledge, and NFPA 70B expertise to design and implement a program that keeps your facility safe and compliant.
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Ensuring the safety of a project isn’t optional. Powering Chicago’s fact sheet is here to guide you through the newest mandatory NFPA 70B safety guidelines.
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Advocate Suburban Hospital is now generating 10% of its power from an on-site solar array through Illinois’ Solar for All program. With RJL Group leading the work, this project brings cleaner energy, fewer emissions & healthier air. Watch: hubs.ly/Q04fKQbq0#SolarEnergy
When outdated AV equipment caused issues, District 230 turned to Powering Chicago contractors & IBEW Local 134 electricians. The result: upgraded systems at Andrew, Sandburg & Stagg High Schools. Watch Episode 6: hubs.ly/Q04fJK_h0#PoweringChicago#AV#Education
Compliance, reliability, and safety are non-negotiable. NFPA 70B now requires a formal electrical maintenance program (EMP) to protect people and keep facilities running safely.
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Retrofitting can cut building energy intensity by nearly 40%, but only when it’s done safely and to code. Powering Chicago contractors have 8,000 hours of training to deliver safe, efficient retrofits. Read the fact sheet: hubs.ly/Q04fKNzw0
Your project is an investment. Protect it by hiring the right electrical contractor. Our guide provides you with the tools to verify qualifications, safety, and performance, helping you make an informed decision. Download your copy here: hubs.ly/Q04fJZ6w0