Articles by Mary B. Powers

Court Upholds Open Shop in Jersey City Labor Pact Challenge

October 5, 2016

A U.S. appellate court ruling last month is forcing a lower court to review its earlier support of Jersey City, N.J.’s project labor agreement (PLA) requirements.

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Natural-Gas-Fired Plants Still Dominate

New technologies and low prices fuel steady stream of work

Mary B. Powers

September 29, 2016

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As the U.S. power industry evolves toward cleaner energy sources, the construction industry is following the trend by diversifying into new markets and, in some cases, getting out of traditional ones.

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Builders Picked for East Coast Pipeline as Foes Fight Project

Mary B. Powers

September 28, 2016

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Despite adversaries’ strong opposition to a proposed 600-mile mid-Atlantic natural-gas pipeline on environmental, eminent domain and conflict-of-interest grounds, project developers late last month hired a four-firm team to build the estimated $5-billion project.

Mary B. Powers

September 28, 2016

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Three executives of contractor LPCiminelli Inc., three New York power and commercial developers and a former SUNY president are among nine charged in a 79-page US criminal complaint alleging bribery, bid-rigging and influence-peddling on state-funded projects.

Mary B. Powers

September 14, 2016

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The Tennessee Valley Authority said it is pleased with the response to its request for bids to buy the partially completed Bellefonte nuclear-power site in Alabama.

Buyout Would Bolster Largest Texas Utility's Investment Plans

Clean-energy firm NextEra's $18.4B bid for Oncor comes on the heels of failed deal for Hawaii utility

Mary B. Powers

August 2, 2016

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Clean-energy firm NextEra's $18.4-billion bid for Oncor comes on the heels of failed Hawaii utility deal.

Rejected Hawaii Utility Merger Scraps Aging Power Plant Upgrades

Mary B. Powers

July 27, 2016

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Hawaii utility Hawaiian Electric Co. has withdrawn its $1.2-billion plan to upgrade oil-fired power plants to burn natural gas after state regulators rejected its planned merger with Florida-based clean-energy firm NextEra Energy Inc.

Hawaii Utility's Failed Merger Puts $860M Gas-Fired Project in Limbo

State regulators rejected the deal between Hawaiian Electric and NextEra

Mary B. Powers

July 18, 2016

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State regulators on July 15 rejected the deal between Hawaiian Electric and NextEra—a deal in play since 2014.

TVA’s Cumberland power plant coal-ash impoundment

Coal Fired Power Plants

Opponents Set To Battle TVA On Coal Ash Cap-and-Close Plan

Opponents want wastes removed, noting a disastrous 2008 site spill.

Mary B. Powers

June 15, 2016

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The Tennessee Valley Authority's plan to cap, cover and monitor legacy power plant waste in three states is being challenged in court by environmental opponents.

Rival Developer Used 'Trade Secrets' in Power-Plant Design, Court Says

Mary B. Powers

May 30, 2016

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Long battle nets firm $134 million in damages after the state high court confirmed a Berkshire Hathaway utility stole the gas-fired plant's concept.

Chicago Contractor Charged in $325K Amtrak Bribery Scheme

Wood Group Financial Review Uncovers 'Cultural Failings' in Projects Business

Federal Judge Upholds New York City Building Natural Gas Restriction

NJ Energy Firm Partners With UAE on Planned $25B Investment in Power for US Data Centers

Kiewit to Build Record 4.5-GW Gas Power Plant for Pa. Data Center Complex

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April 16, 2025

5 Proven Strategies to Mitigate Risk and Keep Data Center Construction on Track

Data center construction comes with tight deadlines and little room for error. Between supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and unexpected risks, staying on schedule and on budget requires a proactive approach. We'll break down five proven strategies that top data center teams use to identify and mitigate risks before they escalate.

Unlocking Hidden Insights: The Power of Data, Reporting & AI in Construction

In today’s fast-paced, heavy civil construction industry, the ability to collect, analyze, and act on data is more critical than ever. Join us for an exclusive webinar exploring how contractors can leverage data, reporting, and emerging AI tools to drive efficiency, improve decision-making, and stay ahead of the competition.