Rhode Island Energy, UWUA-BUW locals reach agreement on five-year contracts

Rhode Island Energy, a subsidiary of PPL Corporation, has announced it reached an agreement on new five-year contracts with the Utility Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO, Locals 310 and 310B, and Brotherhood of Utility Workers, which currently represent 526 employees. “We value each of our employees and their dedication to serving our customers and are proud of the positive partnership between our unions and company leadership. These contracts are the result of our ongoing collaborative efforts,” said Greg Cornett, president of Rhode Island Energy. The agreements, which extend existing contracts and will now be in effect from May 12, 2024, through May 11, 2029, both include 3% annual wage increases each year of the contracts for all employees represented by Locals 310 and 310B.