Trades
News and information for skilled trades like carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
Lowe's: Investing in trades, leveraging AI for efficiency
Lowe's is pouring $250 million into training 250,000 skilled tradespeople over the next decade, a significant investment in human capital.
Beyond the Press Release: Why Large Private Sector Investments Are Crucial for Trades
Lowe's recent $250 million investment to train 250,000 tradespeople is a critical model for how large private sector capital can sustainably address the nation's escalating skilled trades gap, vital for economic growth and infrastructure development.
Lowe's $250M Is a Start, But Government Incentives and Education Reform Must Fix the Skilled Trades Shortage
While corporate investment like the Lowe's Foundation's $250 million is a welcome step, it cannot single-handedly solve the skilled trades shortage; a comprehensive solution requires robust government incentives and fundamental educational reforms.
Modernizing Vocational Training Isn't a Choice; It's an Economic Imperative
The persistent skilled trades gap is a current crisis. Modernizing vocational training and expanding apprenticeships are essential to rebuild the talent pipeline and secure our economic future.
The Trades Are Calling: We Must Innovate Vocational Training and Apprenticeships Now
The future of our national infrastructure hinges on a robust pipeline of skilled trades professionals. To secure it, we must commit to innovating vocational training and apprenticeships now.
High Schools Are Failing Students By Ignoring Vocational Training and Apprenticeships
High schools are failing students by pushing only four-year degrees, ignoring the critical need for vocational training and apprenticeships. This oversight exacerbates the skilled trades gap and leaves students unprepared for lucrative careers.
The Skilled Trades Crisis Has One Obvious Fix We Keep Ignoring
The persistent skilled trades labor shortage demands a renewed focus on vocational training and apprenticeships, the most direct and effective solution we have systematically devalued for decades.
Our Outdated Apprenticeship Programs Are Failing The Next Generation of Trades
To solve the critical skilled trades shortage, we must fundamentally overhaul our approach by modernizing apprenticeship programs. A new framework integrating early education, standardized certifications, and robust public-private partnerships is the only viable path forward.
Vocational Training and Apprenticeships Are the Only Real Fix for the Skilled Trades Gap
The United States faces a widening skilled trades gap, threatening economic stability and critical infrastructure. Reinvesting in vocational training and apprenticeships is the most direct, proven, and sustainable solution to this national crisis.
Progressive Capitalism's Plan for Trades: A Grand Vision Missing a Practical Blueprint
Progressive capitalism presents an ambitious vision for the American economy, but its proposals for skilled trades are a mix of promising goals and frustratingly vague strategies. This article examines the significant gap between political ambition and the realities of running a contracting business or working a job site.
Lowe's Foundation Grants $1M to Houston Community College for Skilled Trades
Houston Community College secured a $1 million grant from the Lowe's Foundation, part of nearly $8 million distributed to 10 community and technical colleges.
Lowe's Foundation adds $8M to skilled trades training grants
In a single announcement, Lowe's Foundation just committed nearly $8 million to train the next generation of electricians, plumbers, and carpenters, bringing its total investment in skilled trades edu
Canada Launches $6B Program Addressing Skilled Trades Shortage
Canada's federal government just pledged up to $6 billion for a 'Team Canada Strong' program, aiming to train 100,000 new skilled trades workers by 2030-31.
Blue-collar trades offer six-figure earnings potential in Australia
Skilled tradespeople in Australia can earn over A$120,000 annually, a figure competitive with many white-collar salaries, reports Whalesbook .
HCC Apprenticeship Program Secures New Funding for Skilled Trades
Houston Community College recently secured a $17 million investment from Bloomberg Philanthropies , signaling a major push to expand skilled trades through apprenticeships.
California High-Speed Rail Seeks $2.4B Design-Build Partners
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has opened bidding for a $2.
Amazon Prime Day Slashes Prices on Top Pressure Washers
During Amazon's Prime Day, the Kärcher K1700 Electric Pressure Washer, usually $229.
Amazon Slashes Ego String Trimmer Prices Up to 34%
During Amazon's Prime Day, the Ego 56V 15-Inch String Trimmer, a top-rated tool, sells for just $132.
Discover Effective Organic Fertilizers for Plants
Farmers applying soybean meal to their crops have seen winter wheat yields jump by an astonishing 299% compared to treatments without organic fertilizers.
Nvidia CEO: AI boom needs 130,000 more electricians
The United States needs 130,000 more trained electricians by 2030, just to keep pace with AI infrastructure expansion.
Vaulted Success Pushes Limits Amid Injury Concerns
Isabella Cox stands alone as the only gymnast on this list to achieve a perfect 10.
Western Australia sees fewer trade apprentices as demand rises
Western Australia's skilled trades pipeline has shrunk to a five-year low, with nearly 5,000 fewer apprentices and trainees enrolled since 2021.
Carollo Engineers Wins Placer County WTP Management Contract
Placer County is embarking on a $210 million water treatment plant, yet the crucial construction management contract for the first phase was awarded to Carollo Engineers for just $271,960.
India's CEA Urges Students Toward Skilled Trades Over MBAs
India's Chief Economic Adviser V.
Hilton Boston Back Bay Unveils New Wellness Features Post-Renovation
The Hilton Boston Back Bay invested millions into its 401-room property, expanding its fitness center to 3,500 square feet with Peloton bikes and outdoor wellness spaces, reports Construction Dive .
India's skilled trades outpace MBAs in AI era
Demand for robotics technicians in India has skyrocketed by over 500% in just four years, far outpacing the growth and salary increases seen in many entry-level white-collar jobs.
Solid Deck Stains: Expert Tests & Performance Review
The worst wood stain in Consumer Reports' ratings scores an abysmal 4 out of 100.
Buying a house with a deck: Key considerations for buyers
A deck can look pristine, yet hide critical issues: corroded fasteners, loose ledger boards, or sagging framing.
Backyard Additions: Balancing Luxury and Wildlife Lifeline
While building a new deck can cost up to $20,000, a simple, shallow dish of water in a shady spot can be a lifeline for a hedgehog struggling in summer heat.
Google invests $50 million in skilled trades training programs
Google, known for search and AI, has pledged $50 million to train over 300,000 plumbers, electricians, and construction workers across 20 states.