Electrical Industry News
The electrical construction industry is constantly changing, so visit this page to keep up to date on what's happening throughout the market. Learn about the latest innovations in electric vehicles, solar and wind power, integrated systems, construction growth and economic changes, technology and more.
Latest Articles
Outside Line
Grid Rebuild Drives Super-cycle Job Growth
By
The United States is commencing its largest power infrastructure construction and grid modernization in years, with all-time-high investment. In 2024, electric utilities invested a record ...
Codes & Standards
Wisconsin Updates National Electrical Code to 2023 Edition
By
On Sept. 1, the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) announced it adopted the 2023 National Electric Code (NEC). The state had previously been using the 2017 edition with amendments.
More Electrical Industry News
-
![U.S. Solar Capacity Breaks Record]()
Green Building
U.S. Solar Capacity Breaks Record
By -
![Utilities Are Embracing A.I.]()
Your Business
Utilities Are Embracing A.I.
By -
![Data Centers Often Move Next Door to a Power Plant Due to Load Concerns]()
Integrated Systems
-
![Clean Energy Infrastructure Is Heading to Five Mine Sites]()
Green Building
Clean Energy Infrastructure Is Heading to Five Mine Sites
By -
![Nation’s Largest Electric Grid Operator Faces Reliability Concerns]()
Green Building
Nation’s Largest Electric Grid Operator Faces Reliability Concerns
By -
![The MTA Upgrades New York City Subway System Lights to LEDs]()
Lighting
The MTA Upgrades New York City Subway System Lights to LEDs
By -
![Solar Costs Are Down, but Lack of Storage Creates Market Volatility]()
Green Building
Solar Costs Are Down, but Lack of Storage Creates Market Volatility
By -
![California Transmission Lines Heading Underground to Prevent Wildfires]()
Outside Line
California Transmission Lines Heading Underground to Prevent Wildfires
By -
![RMI Advocates Financing Retrofits of Small and Mid-Sized Facilities]()
Green Building
RMI Advocates Financing Retrofits of Small and Mid-Sized Facilities
By -
![FAA Announces Grants to Improve Airports Across the United States]()
Your Business
FAA Announces Grants to Improve Airports Across the United States
By -
![Plug-in Hybrid EVs Must Be Used Correctly for Cost Savings]()
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
Plug-in Hybrid EVs Must Be Used Correctly for Cost Savings
By -
![DOE Grants Supercharge State, Local and Tribal Government Energy Efficiency]()
Green Building
-
![Funding Awarded for Next-Generation Grid Cybersecurity Projects]()
Integrated Systems
Funding Awarded for Next-Generation Grid Cybersecurity Projects
By -
![Innovative Framework Accelerating the Transition to Net-Zero Electric Power]()
Green Building
-
![DOL Finalizes Rule to Help Employers Avoid Misclassifying Employees as Independent Contractors]()
Your Business
-
![AR and VR May Be a New Reality for Building Management]()
Your Business
AR and VR May Be a New Reality for Building Management
By -
![NAWIC Holds 26th Women in Construction Week]()
Your Business
NAWIC Holds 26th Women in Construction Week
By -
![Residential Tool Assists with Electrification Savings, Upgrades and More]()
Green Building
-
![DOE Expanding Workforce Training Programs for Clean Energy Jobs]()
Green Building
DOE Expanding Workforce Training Programs for Clean Energy Jobs
By -
![Study Reveals Concerns Over Social Factors Affecting Development in Wind and Solar Energy]()
Green Building
featured Video
;
Advertise with Electrical Contractor in 2026
Learn about the benefits of advertising with Electrical Contractor Media Group in 2026. View our full media kit at www.ecmag.com/media-kit.
Magazines
Immediate access as well as a brochure-style overview of EC Magazine, Safety Leader and Line Contractor.
