Fitzgerald’s Electrical Contracting Helps School Achieve Net Zero Objective
The new Sunset Ridge School, located in Northfield, serves approximately 300 students in 4th through 8th grade. The 70,000-square-foot school opened in September 2017 and is LEED-certified. The building’s layout is centered on a “village square” concept, which includes…
Over 130 Attended Recent FEJA Event at IBEW Local 701 Hall
On Monday, January 29th, PowerForward DuPage was proud to serve as the host for the discussion-style forum co-sponsored by The River Prairie Group of the Sierra Club, The Resiliency Institute of Naperville and the IBEW Local 701. The night featured…
The Importance of an Electrical Inspection in Older Homes
Because homes are built dramatically different than they were 40+ years ago, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) recommends all homes over 40 years old undergo an electrical inspection to ensure your home’s electrical system can handle modern demands and…
NECA 2018 Project Excellence Awards
NECA will begin accepting entries for the 2018 Project Excellence Awards (PEA) Program January 1, 2018. These awards recognize NECA member companies for their outstanding commitment, professionalism, and ingenuity in delivering an electrical project across 11 different market sectors. For…
PowerForward DuPage to Host FEJA Event
The future looks bright for solar in DuPage County! The Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) will stimulate job creation throughout our state, providing the opportunity to strengthen our local economy by expanding solar/renewable energy programs. HOWEVER, IS DUPAGE COUNTY…
Spreading Christmas Cheer at Little Friends
The holidays are going to be a little brighter for the children at Little Friends in Naperville. Earlier this week, Business Representative Bob Perreault and Organizer John Roti, both with IBEW Local 701, dropped off two very large boxes…
Fitzgerald’s Electrical Contracting Lights Up the Holidays
On a blustery cold and stormy Saturday in early November, Fitzgerald’s Electrical Contracting once again teamed up with members of the IBEW Local 701, providing much-welcomed assistance to the Rotary Club of Naperville Sunrise during the setup and installation of…
Universal Power and Control, Inc. Completes Upgrades at Glenbard North High School
Universal Power and Control, Inc. services the greater Chicagoland area and specializes in Industrial, Commercial and Institutional Temperature Control systems for new construction as well as upgrading old pneumatic and DDC systems. The company also installs industrial power,…
2017 PowerForward DuPage Scholarship Winners
Congratulations to our 2017 Scholarship winners! In order to receive the $1,500 scholarship, applicants were required to submit a letter stating their goals and why the scholarship should be awarded to them as well as the scholarship application with official…
21st Annual PowerForward DuPage Golf Outing 2017 Recap
Our 21st Annual PowerForward DuPage Golf Outing was held on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at the Bloomingdale Golf Club. The weather was perfect and everyone had a great time. Thank you to everyone who attended, supported and volunteered at this…