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NTW 10/14: Celebrating Construction Inclusion Week!

Oct 14, 2024

Industry News

EPA requires lead pipes to be replaced nationwide within 10 years

The Biden administration issued a final rule Tuesday requiring drinking water systems across the country to identify and replace lead pipes within 10 years, according to a news release from the EPA. The effort will cost tens of billions of dollars, according to The Washington Post. The Lead and Copper Rule Improvements also require more rigorous testing of drinking water and have a lower threshold for communities to take action on lead in their water supply.

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NECA News: 2024 San Diego Convention & Tradeshow Successes

A plethora of ‘firsts’ helped to make NECA 2024 San Diego one of the most impactful events that NECA has ever hosted! More than 350 exhibitors and over 10,000 participants attended, marking a milestone event. Key highlights included educational sessions, networking opportunities, and keynote speeches from Navy SEAL Commander Rorke Denver, Olympic Gold Medalist Katie Ledecky and Pro-Golfer Rocco Mediate. NECA's Adopt-A-School program also made a significant impact, and about 800 apprentices participated in Apprentice Appreciation Day. Read full article >>

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Elevate Your Career & Company by Applying to the NECA Innovation Institute

Continuing to evolve the electrical construction industry, the NECA Innovation Institute (NII) offers NECA members a state-of-the-art opportunity to grow their companies by developing visionary thinkers. NII has already completed four yearlong programs where our strategic problem-solving experts have coached future executives and emerging leaders in the industry. With the goal of building candidates into forward-thinking pioneers, each Institute candidate is nominated by an Executive Sponsor of their company.

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NECA Safety Professionals Institute

NECA recognizes that health and safety is a “Shared Responsibility” between employers and employees. Part of that responsibility is ensuring those responsible for the safety of our workforce are up to date on the necessary training to prevent accidents, injuries, and even fatal incidents. We have heard the need for a more comprehensive safety training program tailored for the electrical industry. Designed for safety professionals in the electrical contracting industry, NSPI provides participants with the “must know” topics to keep our workers safe.

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Nominate the Next Innovator of the Year

Do you know someone who's making waves in the electrical industry with their groundbreaking ideas? Give them the spotlight they deserve by nominating them for the prestigious NECA Innovator of the Year award! This distinguished award honors individuals who challenge the status quo in innovation and make a significant impact on the industry. Show your support for these trailblazers by submitting your nomination today!

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