The Research: Listening to the Trades
October 22, 2025
Researchers from the Climate Jobs Institute conducted a statewide study with assistance from Professor Robert Bruno.
October 2, 2025
The Agency has announced plans to engage a qualified mechanical insulation contractor for a comprehensive assessment of mechanical insulation across 50 state-owned buildings.
Local 17’s Jamie Harms Shines at 2025 MAC Competition in Chicago
June 20, 2025
Local 17 proudly represented at the Master Apprentice Competition (MAC) was held in Chicago from June 20th to June 24th
Local 17 Projects and Projections
September 12, 2022
As we come out of the pandemic, Local 17 has some large projects on which to report – both that have been or will be launched… Some of these jobs have been completed on time and under budget, despite the many challenges in the past year. These projects are due to the efforts of our
Mechanical Insulation: Conduit towards Zero Carbon Emissions
September 12, 2022
The importance of reducing the carbon footprint has become a priority for the people of Illinois. The need to reduce the use of fossil fuels is an ever-increasing reality. This is an achievable goal we should strive for, not just for the citizens of Illinois today, but for generations going forward. Solar and wind are
