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As Legislation Dims Fluorescent Bulbs, Edge LED’s Light Labor Retrofit Panel Offers a 2-Minute LED Fix
A growing number of states are enacting legislation to phase out fluorescent tube lighting, signaling a decisive shift away from older, mercury-containing technologies toward modern, energy-efficient alternatives. This regulatory transition creates an immediate, nationwide demand for fast, compliant, and cost-saving
Google and Siemens Invest in Electrical Training to Support Future Infrastructure Needs by Tom Zind
Google and Siemens are investing heavily in electrical training programs to combat a looming shortage of skilled electrical workers. Key Takeaways: Google plans to fund training for 130,000 total electrical workers and apprentices, leveraging AI and virtual reality to modernize
Register for the 20th Anniversary Edition of LEDucation
Now celebrating its 20th year, LEDucation is expected to have more than 400 exhibitors and 40 educational sessions. Registration is now open for LEDucation 2026 in New York, NY, on April 14-15, 2026. This year’s event will feature the debut
Study: Self-Powered Data Centers Can Speed Grid Connection
Data centers with on-site power sources, such as natural gas turbines, solar panels and batteries, can connect to the grid up to five years faster than those relying solely on utilities, according to a study from Princeton University’s ZERO Lab,
AI Startup Anthropic Announces $50 Billion Data Center Investment
Anthropic, which was launched in 2021 by former staff of OpenAI and is known for its “Claude” platform, said it plans initial sites in Texas and New York. Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic announced Wednesday a $50 billion drive to build new data
DOE Taps TVA, Holtec for $800M in Early SMR Deployment Funding
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the selection of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Holtec Government Services to support early deployments of advanced light-water small modular reactors (SMRs) in the United States. The project teams will receive up
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices (dollars per gallon)
Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Update – U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) 11/17/25 11/24/25 12/01/25 week ago year ago U.S. 3.062 3.061 2.985 -0.076 -0.049 East Coast 2.953 2.985 2.931 -0.054 -0.058 New England 2.980 2.996 2.971 -0.025 -0.041 Central
Baird Research: Distributors Expect Growth in 2026
In the exclusive tED magazine/Baird research for the 2025’s third-quarter, NAED distributors point to indications of “healthy mid-single digit” growth for next year. 18 distributor companies representing more than $7 billion in annual sales responded to the third quarter survey, which showed revenue growth
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Humanoid Robots in the Construction Industry: A Future Vision
General-purpose robots could be useful in a range of construction activities, from moving heavy concrete blocks to welding and plumbing. Although these robots come in various forms, humanoids—those that resemble people in size and shape—attract the most attention. Humanoids are still relatively early in development, but they could potentially transform
6 Defining Manufacturing Trends of 2026 by Bernard Marr
In 2026, focus is shifting from excitement over what AI can do in manufacturing to a more mature, considered understanding of what human-machine collaboration should look like in practice. Industries that gained first-mover advantage by adopting cognitive, connected processes are developing a deeper awareness of the challenges, complexities and cultural