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As energy prices continue to rise, businesses and homeowners are looking for effective ways to reduce their energy bills. One of the most impactful solutions is a lighting retrofit, which involves replacing outdated lighting systems with energy-efficient alternatives. At IBEW NECA 665, we understand the significant benefits of this upgrade.

As homeowners, we often focus on the aesthetic and functional aspects of our living spaces, but electrical safety is paramount. Ignoring potential hazards can lead to severe consequences. Here are the top electrical hazards you might be overlooking:

An IBEW electrician's day starts early with a safety briefing and a planning session at the jobsite. From there, the work varies widely. One day might involve running conduit through tight spaces, and the next could include installing electrical panels or troubleshooting complex systems.

Q: Tell me about your path to the IBEW. A: It was a long and winding one. I spent almost 20 years in restaurants, doing everything from dishwasher to general manager to executive sous chef. Eventually, the long hours pushed me out.

IBEW NECA 665 is proud to support meaningful work beyond our local communities through donations from our Labor-Management Committee Fund to the Pons Medical Mission.

Your home’s breaker panel is the center of its electrical system. It quietly distributes electricity throughout your house and protects your family by shutting off power when something goes wrong. While most homeowners rarely think about their breaker panel, understanding the basics can help you recognize when it’s time to call a professional . A breaker panel receives power from the utility company and sends it through individual circuits to outlets, lights, and appliances.

Municipal electrical work plays a critical role in ensuring that cities and towns operate smoothly and safely.

At IBEW Local 665 in Lansing, our work extends beyond electrical systems and job sites; it’s about building careers and communities. Since 1926, our members have powered Mid-Michigan with skill, pride, and integrity, while helping generations of electrical workers create stable, rewarding careers. Building Careers Through Training and Opportunity Every successful project starts with a skilled workforce. That’s why IBEW 665 and our training partner, the Lansing Electrical Join

Highly trained union electricians are at the heart of this transition, ensuring that EV charging stations are installed safely, reliably, and to the highest industry standards.