July 2026 Newsletter: Edition 2
Connect Talent to Opportunity with EnergyConnector
Looking to engage students, support career awareness, or connect with workforce partners? EnergyConnector is a free platform that helps educators, employers, and industry professionals create meaningful connections through classroom visits, field trips, job shadowing, externships, and more.
Every request submitted through the platform has been successfully matched, demonstrating the power of industry collaboration in action. Create a free account and start building connections in your community.
New Tool for Student Outreach: Next Gen Portal
Today’s students are looking for careers that align with their interests, values, and goals. The new Next Gen Portal gives young people an engaging way to explore opportunities across the energy industry.
From skilled trades and engineering to technology, business, and environmental careers, the portal introduces the many pathways available and connects students to resources that can help them take the next step.
What's Up? News Updates
CEWD is reporting important news and updates through the CEWD Connection to keep readers abreast of energy workforce headlines. If you have any article suggestions, please email [email protected].
Dianoush Dion Emami on the Future of Grid Modernization in the United States
June 26, 2026
Growing electricity demand, aging infrastructure, and emerging technologies are increasing pressure on the nation’s power grid. The article highlights workforce development as a critical component of grid modernization efforts.
AI is great if you’re an electrician
June 28, 2026
Demand for electricians continues to grow as AI-driven data center construction and infrastructure investments accelerate. The trend reinforces the need for long-term workforce development and skilled trades training.
Public Power’s Affordability Edge Faces Its Hardest Test in Years
June 29, 2026
As electricity demand rises and infrastructure ages, public power utilities are working to maintain affordability and reliability while modernizing the grid. The article highlights the growing need for skilled utility workers to support industry growth and workforce retirements.
Scorching heat threatens demand records on US electric grid
June 30, 2026
Extreme heat is pushing electricity demand toward record levels across parts of the United States, adding pressure to energy infrastructure and grid reliability. The article highlights the challenge of keeping pace with rapidly growing power needs.
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