Why Power Generation, Why Now

January 19, 2027
255A
The power generation industry is hiring at a pace it hasn't seen in decades — and the opportunities are only growing. Industry leaders from utilities, EPCs and labor organizations discuss what's driving demand, from AI and data center construction to grid modernization and the resurgence of gas and nuclear generation. Students will learn why skilled trades careers in power generation offer long-term stability, competitive compensation and clear progression into leadership, and why the work they're training for is the foundation the entire economy depends on.