Operating Engineers Local 30 Offshore Wind Session

This month we had a great Climate Change and Offshore Wind Session with over 100 apprentices at IUOE Local 30's training center in Whitestone. Members from NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and New Jersey were thoroughly engaged in learning about NY's clean energy goals, our offshore wind projects, and Local 30's role in the just transition to clean energy.

When we asked the apprentices what comes to mind when they hear "union" it was incredible to see that the number one result was "family." Our labor movement is in good hands with the next generation of workers united in realizing the clean energy economy and doing so by creating union careers for their fellow brothers and sisters. More sessions are to come throughout the year and if you are interested in organizing a session for your local, please let me know. 

Change In the Air As Wind Ushers In New Energy Era for Long Island

I had the pleasure of speaking with the Long Island Press about the NY Bight and the role Climate Jobs NY plays in securing good union careers in the offshore wind industry. 

As was noted in the piece, "New York State and Long Island, in particular, are becoming the hub of wind energy. The breeze you feel when you walk on the beach could soon be lighting your home and powering your computer." 

Feel free to check out the article here. 

What's Brewin' Offshore- Earth Week Edition

I know everyone has been eagerly awaiting the next "What's Brewin' Offshore?" Happy Hour. I'm happy to share that during Earth Week we will provide updates on all things offshore wind. On Thursday, April 21 from 6-8 pm we will be gathering at BrickHouse Brewery in Patchogue. 

Please sign up here and we look forward to seeing you and your friends on April 21! 

PHOTO CONTEST

The Future Is Union: Climate Urgency Through the Eyes of Workers

The Climate Jobs National Resource Center (CJNRC) is hosting a nationwide photography competition for union members working in climate jobs.

Don’t miss your chance to enter the “Future is Union: Climate Urgency through the Eyes of Workers” photo contest!

Submit a photo that shows what climate work means to you and win up to $500! 

The contest is open to any union member who sees their work as a “climate job” – whether you’re driving or fixing electric buses, working on wind turbines, teaching students about the climate crisis, cleaning up after climate-related disasters, working on green buildings, installing solar, operating water systems, or anything that relates to climate change.

Learn more and submit your photos before July 31 here.

In solidarity,

Mariah Dignan

CJNY Regional Director, Long Island