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Pick up something—anything in your general vicinity and check the manufacturing sticker. Odds are it says “Made in China” or “Made in India”. This has been the case since the early 2000’s when many businesses pushed their manufacturing overseas to cities like Guangzhou and Chennai. However, the political landscape is shifting, and this practice may not be financially viable going forward.  If you’ve been...

You know what I absolutely despise? When I call my bank (or any business for that matter) and I get a machine on the other end of the line. Nothing makes me hang up the phone faster than when I hear “your call is important to us,” in an automated robot voice. Something about the round and round conversations with the customer service bot...

If you're an electrical contractor, you’ve probably noticed—it’s getting more expensive to do business. Tariffs are driving up the cost of copper wire, circuit breakers, and transformers, and suppliers are passing those costs down to you. So, what’s the move? Jack up your prices and hope for the best? Maybe, but there’s a smarter way to handle this.  The goal isn’t just to survive these...

On February 5th, the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) sent out an important alert to its members, raising concerns about the potential impact of new tariffs proposed by President Trump. This has left many professionals in the construction and electrical industries wondering: What does this mean for my business, and how can I adapt?  Whether you’re an electrician, contractor, or even just involved in...

If you’ve ever heard the term “Doomsday Clock” and brushed it off as something out of a sci-fi movie, you’re not alone. The Doomsday Clock is a metaphorical clock that represents how close humanity is to a global catastrophe—often, this catastrophe is tied to nuclear weapons, climate change, or other existential threats.   It was first created in 1947 by scientists behind the Bulletin of...

Next time you step outside at night, take a moment to look around. Notice how the stars are barely visible and how the glow from streetlights and buildings washes out the sky. If you live in a big city, this might feel normal, but it wasn’t always like this. That artificial light is causing more harm than you might realize.  Light pollution is creeping...