Trees & Lines: A Utility Vegetation Management Podcast

The Future of Pipelines and Energy Infrastructure w/ Dean Mutrie

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Dean Mutrie, a veteran of the pipeline industry and keynote speaker at the upcoming International Symposium on Environmental Concerns and Rights of Way Management, joins hosts Philip M. Charlton and Brian Sprinkle to discuss his decades-long career in pipeline rights of way management. Dean shares how he transitioned from environmental studies to specializing in pipeline construction and regulatory filings, what he learned working on projects across Canada and the U.S., and why practical field experience is essential for environmental professionals.

The conversation covers the evolution of the Rights of Way Symposium over 50 years, the growing complexity of pipeline development in today's regulatory environment, and the critical safety differences between pipeline and rail transport for oil and gas. Dean also discusses the challenges of balancing energy infrastructure development with environmental and Indigenous concerns, and why multidisciplinary collaboration at conferences like the symposium is more important than ever. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #RightOfWay #PipelineIndustry #EnergyInfrastructure #UtilityOperations #EnvironmentalManagement #SafetyCulture #InfrastructureDevelopment #RegulatoryCompliance #LeadershipLessons #UtilityInnovation

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Shaping Utility Forestry through Policy and Partnerships w/Chris Rooney

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Chris Rooney, Forestry Manager at Rhode Island Energy, joins us to discuss how legislation can be a powerful tool for utilities looking to deliver more consistent, effective vegetation management programs. Chris shares how Rhode Island Energy navigated a major corporate transition from National Grid to PPL Corporation and used that moment as an opportunity to advocate for state level legislation that formalizes their forestry planning process. He explains how the law brings municipalities to the table, enhances community notification, and creates a four year planning cycle with real stakeholder input. The conversation also covers managing a remarkably diverse urban forest across 38 cities and towns, building a Right Tree, Right Place program, and why collaboration with lawmakers, the PUC, and community partners is now central to Rhode Island Energy's vegetation management strategy. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityArboriculture #UtilityLeadership #GridReliability #UtilityOperations #RightTreeRightPlace #EnergyInfrastructure #Utilities #UrbanForestry #StormPreparedness #SafetyCulture #UtilityInnovation #WorkplaceSafety #LeadershipLessons

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From Vegetation Control to Habitat Creation w/Stan Vera-Art

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Stan Vera-Art, President and Creative Catalyst at Grow With Trees, joins us to discuss how the industry is shifting from vegetation control to habitat creation. Stan shares insights from a cross-industry effort to develop an Infrastructure Land Stewardship Certification and explains how utilities and right-of-way managers are embracing a stewardship mindset. He discusses early pilot programs, biodiversity metrics, and how rewarding crews for habitat outcomes can strengthen retention and professional pride while transforming corridors into sustainability assets. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityArboriculture #HabitatCreation #RightOfWay #InfrastructureStewardship #Biodiversity #UtilityLeadership #Sustainability #WorkforceDevelopment #Utilities #LeadershipLessons

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From Time-Based to Risk-Based Vegetation Planning w/ Don Adcock

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Don Adcock, Sr. Manager, Power Delivery Vegetation Mgmt Operations at Entergy, joins us to discuss how utilities are transitioning from traditional time-based vegetation cycles to more targeted, risk-based planning. Don shares how Entergy has evolved its approach in response to wildfire risk, storm exposure, regulatory pressure, and rapid load growth across the Southeast. He explains how circuit segmentation, condition-based triggers, and emerging technology help utilities focus resources where risk is highest while maintaining safety, reliability, and cost discipline. The conversation also covers contractor partnerships, regulatory coordination, and why vegetation management is now central to overall utility risk mitigation. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityArboriculture #UtilityLeadership #RiskBasedManagement #GridReliability #WildfireMitigation #StormPreparedness #EnergyInfrastructure #UtilityOperations #SafetyCulture #UtilityInnovation #Utilities #ExecutiveStrategy #WorkplaceSafety #LeadershipLessons

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Monarchs, Bumblebees, and Right-of-Way Conservation w/Megan Petraitis

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Megan Petraitis, Senior Program Manager at UIC Energy Resources Center, joins us to discuss how right-of-way lands are becoming critical habitats for pollinators like monarch butterflies and bumblebees. Megan shares how the Right-of-Way is Habitat Working Group brings together utilities, transportation agencies, and regulators to advance voluntary conservation through targeted vegetation management practices. She explains how conservation agreements create regulatory certainty, reduce costs, and support biodiversity while aligning with utility operations. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #PollinatorHabitat #UtilityArboriculture #RightOfWay #Monarchs #Bumblebees #Sustainability #UtilityArboriculture #UtilityLeadership #Conservation #Utilities #LeadershipLessons #UtilityInnovation #ExecutiveStrategy #LeadershipLessons

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Supporting Women in Utility Forestry and Leadership w/Jenna Turner & Kathy Ferrier

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Jenna Turner, Manager Vegetation Management at Eversource Energy, and Kathleen Ferrier, Supervisor Transmission Vegetation Mgmt. at Eversource Energy, join us to discuss how the industry can better support women in utility forestry and leadership roles. Jenna and Kathleen share their experiences navigating a historically male-dominated field, the importance of visibility and mentorship, and how intentional recruiting, training, and culture-building can attract more women into UVM careers. They also highlight how conversations around inclusion are shifting, why early outreach matters, and how contractors, utilities, and leaders can create environments where women feel seen, supported, and empowered. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityArboriculture #UtilityLeadership #WomenInForestry #WomenInEnergy #EnergyInfrastructure #Arboriculture #GridReliability #LeadershipLessons #UtilityInnovation #Sustainability #Utilities #ExecutiveStrategy #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipLessons

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Biochar, Biomass, and the Future of Forest Health w/ Elvy Barton

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Elvy Barton, Water and Forest Sustainability Senior Manager at Salt River Project, joins us to discuss how utilities are approaching forest health, wildfire mitigation, and long-term landscape resilience. Elvy shares how watershed protection has driven large-scale forest restoration efforts, the role of partnerships in reducing wildfire severity, and how biomass utilization, including biochar, is creating new opportunities for sustainability, carbon benefits, and community impact. She also reflects on climate pressures, changing forest conditions, and why proactive forest management is critical for protecting infrastructure, water resources, and communities. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityArboriculture #ForestHealth #WildfireMitigation #Biochar #Biomass #EnergyInfrastructure #Sustainability #WatershedManagement #UtilityLeadership #ClimateResilience #UtilityInnovation #Utilities #ExecutiveStrategy

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Satellite Data Transforming Vegetation Management Globally w/ Sven Przywarra

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Sven Przywarra, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of LiveEO, joins us to discuss how satellite technology and AI are reshaping vegetation management on a global scale. Sven shares insights on the rapid evolution of remote sensing, the widening adoption of AI across utilities, and how different regions around the world approach risk, reliability, and modernization. He also reflects on emerging trends, shifting user behavior, and the role of global collaboration as the industry undergoes accelerated change. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityArboriculture #UtilityLeadership #SatelliteData #AI #RemoteSensing #GlobalInnovation #EnergyInfrastructure #GridReliability #UtilityTechnology #Sustainability #UtilityInnovation #LeadershipLessons #ExecutiveStrategy #Utilities

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Leading the Future of Utility Arboriculture w/ Josh Beaver

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Josh Beaver, Senior Vice President, Forestry & Utility, at Eocene Environmental Group, joins us to discuss how leadership, collaboration, and innovation are shaping the next era of utility arboriculture. Josh shares insights on engaging new professionals, expanding opportunities for mentorship, and fostering a culture of growth and connection across the industry. He also reflects on the exciting momentum driving new technologies, diverse partnerships, and the continued evolution of the arboriculture community. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityArboriculture #UtilityLeadership #Arboriculture #GridReliability #UrbanForestry #EnergyInfrastructure #Sustainability #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipLessons #UtilityInnovation #Utilities #ExecutiveStrategy #CommunityEngagement

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Breaking Barriers with Language-Driven Data Analytics w/ Rebecca Lasica

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Rebecca Lasica, SVP, Commercial Sales and Business Development at NV5 Geospatial, joins us to discuss how advanced analytics, AI, and language-driven tools are transforming vegetation management. Rebecca explains how NV5 is helping utilities modernize data processing, move from schedule-based to risk-based management, and use natural language models to make data more accessible for field professionals. She also explores how technology and collaboration are breaking down barriers to efficiency, safety, and decision-making across the grid. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityArboriculture #UtilityLeadership #GridReliability #AI #DataAnalytics #NV5 #UtilityTechnology #EnergyInfrastructure #RiskBasedManagement #Sustainability #LeadershipLessons #UtilityInnovation #Utilities #ExecutiveStrategy #UtilityLeadership

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Turning Data into Decisions for Utilities w/ Brett Kasten

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Brett Kasten, President & CEO at GeoDigital, joins us to talk about how utilities are transforming raw data into actionable insights. Brett shares how GeoDigital combines 3D modeling, high-resolution imagery, and AI analytics to help utilities create digital twins, improve vegetation management, and strengthen grid reliability. He also discusses how innovation, collaboration, and data-driven planning are helping utilities make smarter investment decisions for a more resilient grid. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityArboriculture #UtilityLeadership #GridReliability #DigitalTwin #UtilityTechnology #EnergyInfrastructure #DataAnalytics #AI #Sustainability #LeadershipLessons #UtilityInnovation #Utilities #ExecutiveStrategy #UtilityLeadership

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Engaging the Next Generation of Arborists w/ Daniel Bridenstine

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Daniel Bridenstine, Lead Consulting Arborist for Tree and Line Consulting LLC, joins us to talk about the future of arboriculture and how to engage the next generation of professionals. Daniel shares how early education, mentorship, and outreach are helping young people discover careers in tree care and utility vegetation management. He also highlights how communication and community connection are shaping a stronger, more informed relationship between arborists and the public. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

The views shared by Daniel Bridenstine are his own and do not represent Rocky Mountain Power or any affiliated entities. He attended the event independently as part of Tree and Line LLC.

#VegetationManagement #UtilityArboriculture #UtilityLeadership #Arboriculture #TreeCare #UtilityForestry #GridReliability #UrbanForestry #EnergyInfrastructure #Sustainability #LeadershipLessons #UtilityInnovation #Utilities #ExecutiveStrategy #UtilityLeadership

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Innovating Where Agriculture Meets Utility Research w/ Don Von Dollen & Yamille del Valle

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 15:45:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Yamille Del Valle, Program Manager at EPRI, and Don Von Dollen, Senior Program Manager at EPRI, join us to discuss how EPRI is driving innovation where agriculture meets utility research. They share how utilities and researchers are collaborating through EPRI’s Distribution Forum to advance vegetation management, test emerging technologies, and define best practices for a more reliable, resilient grid. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityResearch #EPRI #GridReliability #UtilityLeadership #Innovation #AI #UtilityArboriculture #EnergyInfrastructure #Sustainability #UtilityLeadership #UtilityOperations #Utilities #ExecutiveStrategy #UtilityInnovation

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Where Arborists and Utilities Grow Together w/ Dennis Fallon & Dan Lambe

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Dennis Fallon, Executive Director of the Utility Arborist Association (UAA), and Dan Lambe, CEO of the Arbor Day Foundation, join us to discuss how collaboration between arborists and utilities is shaping the future of vegetation management. They explore global partnerships, the importance of professional and sustainable arboriculture, and how innovation and inclusion are driving meaningful change. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityArboriculture #UtilityLeadership #GridReliability #ArborDayFoundation #UAA #UrbanForestry #EnergyInfrastructure #TreeTrimming #UtilityOperations #RightTreeRightPlace #LeadershipLessons #Sustainability #UtilityInnovation #Utilities #ExecutiveStrategy #UtilityLeadership

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Utility Arboriculture Research and a 400-Mile Bike Ride w/ Paul Putman

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Paul Putman, President and CEO of the Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund (TREE Fund), joins us to talk about the critical role of research in advancing utility arboriculture, the importance of making research accessible to professionals in the field, and how endowments like the Utility Arborist Research Fund (UARF) are shaping the industry’s future.

He also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the Tour des Trees, a 400-mile cycling event that combines fundraising, education, and community engagement for a greener future. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#UtilityArboriculture #VegetationManagement #TREEFund #GridReliability #UrbanForestry #ArboricultureResearch #Sustainability #EnergyInfrastructure #UAA #ISA #TourDesTrees #TreesAndLinesPodcast #LeadershipLessons #UtilityInnovation #Utilities #ExecutiveStrategy

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The Operational Backbone of Grid Safety w/ Cody Flint

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 17:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Cody Flint, Vegetation Management Leader at AES Indiana, joins us to discuss how vegetation management serves as the operational backbone of grid safety. Cody shares how AES shifted to circuit-based trimming, the lessons learned from AI risk-based tools, and why customer education and empathy are critical for long-term reliability. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #GridSafety #UtilityLeadership #GridReliability #PowerGrid #EnergyInfrastructure #UtilityOperations #TreeTrimming #ReliabilityMetrics #LeadershipLessons #RiskManagement #ContractorManagement #UtilityInnovation #Utilities #ExecutiveStrategy

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How DTE Balanced Grid Investments with Customer Impact w/ Rachel Steudle

Wed, 14 May 2025 20:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Rachel Steudle, Director of Operations at DTE Energy, joins us to share insights into the evolving challenges of vegetation management, the importance of data driven decision making, and how DTE is balancing customer engagement, affordability, and long term grid resilience. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityLeadership #GridReliability #EnergyInfrastructure #DTEEnergy #PowerGrid #ExecutiveStrategy #ClimateResilience #UtilityInnovation #InfrastructureManagement #SmartGrid #CrisisPreparedness #EnergyOperations #TreeTrimming #UtilityCrisisPlanning

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The Hidden Costs of Skipping Environmental Strategy in Veg Management w/ Sara Race

Wed, 07 May 2025 20:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Sara Race, Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist at ComEd, shares how one of Illinois' largest landowners is transforming utility corridors into thriving native prairie ecosystems. We also discuss ComEd's pollinator programs, how their environmental programming is reducing risk and enhancing community trust, and how they are protecting endangered species habitats. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#UtilityVegetationManagement #UVM #EnvironmentalCompliance #GridSustainability #ComEd #PollinatorPrograms #PrairieRestoration #CarbonNeutrality #UtilityLeadership #RightOfWayManagement #ISO14001 #RiskMitigation #GHGReduction #NetZeroUtilities #SustainableInfrastructure

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This One Shift Could Revolutionize Your Vegetation Management Strategy w/ Sara Dreiser

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. In this episode, we talk about how a lack of diverse representation is undermining industry growth. Hear how Sara Dreiser is addressing this systemic challenge and why it’s time for a cultural shift. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#UtilityVegetationManagement #UVM #UtilityLeadership #DiversityInUtilities #WomenInEnergy #VegetationControl #ComEd #RemoteSensing #InnovationInUtilities #GridReliability #StormPreparedness #Exelon #WorkforceDiversity #TreeManagement #EnergyIndustry #UtilityOperations #SafetyInUtilities #InfrastructureResilience

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Strategies for Affordable IVM in the Gas Pipeline Industry w/ Scott Sharpe

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 20:00:00 GMT

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Welcome to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Today, Scott Sharpe, Sustainable Landscape Coordinator for Marathon Petroleum Corporation, joins us to discuss how his team reengineered the playbook around Integrated Vegetation Management for his industry. With IVM, herbicide strategy, and advanced flyover inspections, their small internal team built a cost-effective, scalable, and regulation-ready program. This episode reveals how strategic thinking reshaped an entire pipeline operation. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #IntegratedVegetationManagement #PipelineMaintenance #RightOfWay #UtilityLeadership #InfrastructureStrategy #EnergySector #CostReduction #SustainableLandscaping #PipelineSafety #HerbicideStrategy #UtilityInnovation #ExecutiveInsights #IVM #OperationalExcellence #EnvironmentalCompliance #EnergyInfrastructure #AssetManagement #PublicUtility #TreesAndLinesPodcast

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The Unspoken Risks Your Utility Faces and How to Raise the Bar in Safety w/ Andy Olson

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Andy Olson, COO of East Central Energy, shares with us essential strategies every utility executive needs in the Veg Management industry, how investment and grant management are powering necessary evolution, and how he is fostering lasting relationships with contractor partners. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #UtilityLeadership #FiberInfrastructure #RuralBroadband #ExecutiveInsights #DigitalTransformation #LeadershipLessons #SafetyStandards #RiskManagement #SmartGrid #RenewableEnergy #InfrastructureResilience #ContractorManagement #StrategicLeadership #Innovation #Utilities #EnergyIndustry #BroadbandExpansion #ReliabilityMetrics #ExecutiveExcellence

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Understanding Veg Management in a Fast Growing Tropical Environment w/ Gregory Chun

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 20:00:00 GMT

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Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Gregory Chun, Supervisor for Vegetation Management for Hawaiian Electric, joins us to discuss the recovery efforts from their massive wildfire outbreak, how they strategize for explosive growth in their tropical environment, and retention in their workforce. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#WildfireRisk #UtilityBudgets #CapitalStrategy #SustainableManagement #VegetationControl #WorkforceSolutions #UtilityWorkforce #IslandIsolation #VegetationManagement #LaborChallenges #UtilityManagement #EmergencyRecovery #RiskMitigation

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The UAA's Vision for Right-of-Way Management w/ Craig Kelly

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. PG&E Principal Land Consultant Craig Kelly juggles high-stakes utility work with UAA leadership, and he’s not slowing down. Get the inside look at elite time management Craig uses, how the UAA tripled its growth, and the UAA's vision for the veg management industry. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#VegetationManagement #RightOfWay #UtilityLeadership #CLevelInsights #InfrastructureStrategy #EnergyUtilities #UAA #WorkforceDevelopment #SustainableUtilities #PodcastForLeaders #TreesAndLinesPodcast #ProfessionalGrowth #UtilityInnovation #DigitalUtilities #GridReliability #OperationalExcellence

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Innovative Veg Management Solutions to the Declining Forest w/ Philip Chen

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to the Trees & Lines podcast. Philip Chen, Strategic Solutions Lead at Overstory, joins us to talk about how Overstory is helping utilities become more climate friendly, how they are leveraging data and technology to identify potentially hazardous trees, and the secrets behind their customer-centric model. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

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#VegetationManagement #UtilityLeadership #Overstory #RemoteSensing #AIForUtilities #ElectricUtilities #GridResilience #ForestryTech #InfrastructureInnovation #ClimateTech #TreesAndLines #SmartUtilities #MachineLearning #CLevelInsights #EnergyIndustry

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How Utilities Are Creating Eco-Friendly Landscapes with Herbicides w/ Brandon Hughson

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Welcome to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Brandon Hughson, Past President of the Utility Arborist Association (UAA) and a manager at ProtecTerra LLC, joins us to discuss how the Trees & Utilities Conference has grown, the UAA's initiatives during his year as President, and how herbicide programs are making an impact on veg management. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#UtilityVegetationManagement #UVM #TreesAndLines #UtilityIndustry #EnergyManagement #InfrastructureSafety #VegetationControl #IntegratedVegetationManagement #IVM #PowerGridSafety #UtilityRightOfWay #UAAConference #UtilityLeadership #StrategicPlanning #HerbicideManagement #SustainableUtilities #EnvironmentalStewardship #HabitatRestoration #PollinatorFriendly #IndustryInsights #PowerGridReliability #RightOfWayManagement #UtilityWorkforce #GridSafety #UtilityExecutives #VegetationManagement #Podcast #IndustryPodcast #UtilityPodcast #BusinessLeadership #EnergyPodcast

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Scaling Utility Solutions Using Satellites & AI w/ Sven Przywarra

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 20:35:42 GMT

Welcome to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Sven Przywarra, Co-Founder of LiveEO, joins us to discuss how satellite data and AI are revolutionizing veg management, how the improvements in technology make satellite data a more reliable option now, and how he is helping utilities enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and optimize resources. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

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#UtilityIndustry #SatelliteTechnology #AIinUtilities #VegetationManagement #SmartGrid #EnergyTech #LiveEO #InfrastructureInnovation #GridMonitoring #Automation #PowerGrid #GISIntegration #Sustainability #MachineLearning #DataAnalytics #FutureOfEnergy #TechForGood #DigitalUtilities #RenewableEnergy #PodcastEpisode

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The Arbor Day Foundation's Global Impact w/ Dan Morrow

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 21:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines Podcast. Dan Morrow, Vice President of Programs and Partnerships at the Arbor Day Foundation, joins us to talk about how they're making a global impact through urban and rural reforestation efforts, how their mission driven work is shaping the future of environmental sustainability, and the Arbor Day Foundation's ambitious goal of planting half a billion trees in 5 years. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

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Environmentally Friendly Solutions in Veg Management w/ Ashley Bennett

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 21:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Ashley Bennett, Senior Research Specialist at EPRI, joins us to discuss how some utilities are using less traditional practices—like goat grazing—to manage their vegetation, how she sets up experiments to research different aspects of vegetation management techniques, and how these different strategies affect the environment. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

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Harnessing the Power of Herbicides in Veg Management w/ Darrell Russell

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 21:00:00 GMT

Welcome to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Darrell Russell, Market Development Specialist at Corteva, joins us to dispel the myths about herbicides, what they really control, and how they can be more environmentally friendly than machine cutting. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#TreesAndLinesPodcast #UtilityIndustry #CortevaAgriscience #IVMStrategies #SustainableUtilities #VegetationControl #HerbicideUse #PodcastCommunity #EcoManagement #SustainableGrowth #RightOfWayManagement #SmartLandUse #TechForNature #PowerGrid #Podcasting #BusinessPodcast #EnergySector #LandConservation #PodcastInterview #ListenAndLearn

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How Data is Transforming Veg Management w/ Rebecca Lasica

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 21:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines Podcast. On this episode, Rebecca Lasica, Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales & Business Development at NV5 Geospatial, joins us to discuss how NV5 is using data from sensors, LiDAR, satellites, and helicopters to better understand growth patterns and line encroachments in veg management. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

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The Evolution of Safety in Veg Management w/ Tim Walsh

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. On this episode, Tim Walsh, Vice President of Safety and Training at The Townsend Company, LLC, joins us to discuss how he's played a part in progressing safety in veg management, how the Z133 Committee is redefining the understanding of safety around utility lines, his involvement with the UAA, and his career goals for the industry. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#TreesAndLines #UtilitySafety #PodcastForProfessionals #TreeCareIndustry #PowerlineSafety #SafetyLeadership #UtilitiesPodcast #ArboristLife #WorkplaceSafety #ElectricalSafety #PodcastCommunity #GreenEnergyTalk #EnergySector #LineClearance #ProfessionalPodcast #OSHASafety #SafetyCulture #Arboriculture #TreeTrimming #PodcastRecommendation

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How Aerial Trimming is Changing Veg Management w/ Curtis Martin

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 21:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Curtis Martin, Project Manager at Aerial Solutions, joins us to discuss the process of trimming using a helicopter, the advantages of using aerial trimming versus using boots on the ground to trim, and how the industry is responding to aerial trimming. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#Podcast #UtilityIndustry #AerialSolutions #TreeTrimming #Infrastructure #EnergySector #PowerLines #HelicopterTrimming #VegetationManagement #ElectricUtilities #RenewableEnergy #GridMaintenance #SafetyFirst #PodcastLife #IndustryInsights #BusinessPodcast #TechnologyPodcast #TreetrimmingSolutions #InfrastructureDevelopment #PodcastEpisode

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Tackling Resource Challenges in Veg Management w/ Steve Kerr

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 21:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Steve Kerr, Manager Forestry at FortisAlberta, joins us to discuss how he is solving the challenge of not having enough resources, how they are moving forward with wildfire mitigation plans, and how he is collaborating with different businesses to solve these unique challenges in Alberta. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#Podcast #Utilities #Environment #WildfirePrevention #EnergyManagement #Sustainability #VegetationManagement #WildfireMitigation #UtilityForestry #CanadianUtilities #ClimateAdaptation #SteveKerr #FortisAlberta #UtilityIndustry #EnergyInfrastructure #RightOfWayManagement #UtilityResilience #UVMStrategies #UtilityTaskForce #LearnWithUs

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Introducing Technology in Co-Ops w/ Jeff Wissing

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 21:00:05 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Jeff Wissing, Vegetation Management Supervisor at Holy Cross Energy, joins us to discuss his challenges in the mountains of Colorado, how he has been collaborating with Overstory to introduce new technology, and how Holy Cross is working to mitigate wildfires. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#TreesAndLines #UtilitiesConference #HolyCrossEnergy #VegetationManagement #JeffWissing #WildfireMitigation #UtilityVegetationManagement #SkiCountryUtilities #Overstory #AIForUtilities #LiDAR #DataDrivenSolutions #WildfireRisk #DistributionLines #ElectricCooperatives #SustainableEnergy #GridReliability #ForestryManagement #TechnologyInUtilities #EnergyInnovation #UtilitySafety #ClimateResilience #MountainUtilities #CyclePlusApproach #RuralEnergy #InfrastructureManagement #EnergySolutions #UVMPrograms #UtilityBestPractices #RenewableEnergy

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How AI is Empowering Veg Management w/ Rob Kabera

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 21:00:39 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines Podcast. Rob Kabera, President of Sheltera AI, joins us to discuss his journey to the veg management industry, how his company is innovating the veg management space, and his thoughts on the industry as a whole. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#TreesAndLines #UtilitiesConference #VegetationManagement #RobertKabera #Sheltera #PowerLines #SatelliteImagery #AIForUtilities #RightOfWayManagement #HPC #EnergyInfrastructure #GridReliability #SustainableEnergy #RenewableEnergy #WildlifeConservation #AfricanInnovation #RefugeeToEntrepreneur #InspiringStories #StartupSuccess #LeadershipInEnergy #CleanEnergy #UtilityTechnology #DataDrivenSolutions #InnovationInUtilities #ElectricCooperatives #NatureAndTechnology #AIRevolution #PowerGrid #RuralElectrification #TechForGood

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Economic Impacts on a Utility in Canada (Part 2) w/ Robert Brewer

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 21:00:16 GMT

Welcome back to our special two-part episode of the Trees & Lines podcast with Robert Brewer, President & CEO of PUC Services Incorporated. In this second part, Robert talks about the implementation of their smart grid system, how the economy has affected their operations, and how they are giving back to their customers. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#TreesAndLinesPodcast #VegetationManagement #SmartGridTechnology

#UtilityInnovation #EnergyResilience #CustomerCentricUtilities #SustainableEnergySolutions #StormHardening #ModernUtilities #LeadershipInUtilities #CanadianUtilities #GridAutomation #SmartEnergy #InfrastructureInnovation #EnergyEfficiency

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Innovating Veg Management Business Strategies for the Smaller Utilities (Part 1) w/ Robert Brewer

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 21:00:30 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. This time, Robert Brewer, President and CEO of PUC Services Incorporated, an electric and water utility in Ontario, joins us to talk about the ways the company is leading in innovation, safety, customer service, contracting, and more. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#arborist #urbanforestry #sustainableforestry #utility #forestry #arboriculture #canada

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Starting a Career in Veg Management w/ Jim Greene & Larry Abernathy

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 21:00:58 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. In this episode, Larry Abernathy & Jim Greene join us to discuss how the industry is evolving and how new training programs better cater to newcomers to the industry. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#arborist #urbanforestry #farming #sustainableforestry #utility #forestry #investing #foresting #students #student #college #school #learning #collegestudent #career #careerreading #careeradvice #careergrowth

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Women in Veg Management w/ Jamie McMillan

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 21:00:31 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. This time, Jamie McMillan, Associate Account Manager at NV5 and former Chair of the Women in Vegetation Management Committee, joins us to discuss how women are operating inside the veg management industry, how to get involved in their organization, and why diversity in the workplace is important. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#arborist #urbanforestry #utility #sustainableforestry #forester #forestry #vegetationmanagement #sustainableforestry #podcast #podcasts #podcasting #podcaster

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Leveraging Technology to Mitigate Wildfires w/ Jeff Labelle

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 21:00:37 GMT

Welcome back to another podcast episode of Trees & Lines. Jeff Labelle, Distribution Vegetation Manager at BC Hydro, joins us to discuss how he incorporates insights from surrounding locations into BC Hydro’s veg management program, how his team is utilizing technology to mitigate wildfire risk, and what he would like to see in terms of technology for the industry moving forward. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#arborist #utility #urbanforestry #podcast #sustainableforestry #vegetationmanagement #forestry #forester #vegmanagement #technology #wildfire

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Exploring a Potential Rights-of-Way Biodiversity Certification w/ Stan Vera-Art & John Kalthoff

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 21:00:26 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. On this episode, Stan Vera-Art, Creative Catalyst at Grow With Trees, and John Kalthoff, Marketing Leader at Corteva Agriscience, join us to discuss the potential for a new Rights-of-Way Biodiversity Certification for individuals performing vegetation management activities. They talk about the overall benefits of the certification, how it could create more awareness for biodiversity in veg management, and how they're navigating the discussion with others in the industry. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#vegetationmanagement #utility #certification #creation #powerlines #agriscience #biodiversity #management

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How Technology is Redefining the Utility Industry w/ Jonathan Rizzo & Jenna Turner

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 21:00:12 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Jenna Turner and Jonathan Rizzo of Eversource join us to discuss the challenges Eversource is facing and how they're solving for them. We talk with Jenna and Jonathan about the digitization of their workflow, the impact of that digitization, and the challenges that come with managing UVM programs across 3 states. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#podcast #podcasts #arborist #forester #forestry #utility #utilities

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How Remote Sensing is Redefining Veg Management w/ Brett Kasten

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 20:00:59 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Brett Kasten, President and CEO of GeoDigital, joins us to talk about how remote sensing is playing a major role in veg management. We also discuss how remote sensing has evolved over the past 15 years, how technology considerations differ based on the location of the utility, and how GeoDigital is helping utilities with challenges like storm response. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#arborist #remote #remotesensing #industry #arboriculture #technology #naturaldisaster #utility

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Listening, Learning & the UAA's Impact on the Veg Management Industry w/ Matt Goff

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:00:44 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Matt Goff, newly appointed Utility Arborist Association President, joins us to talk about his passion for the veg management industry, how he plans on impacting the UVM space by listening to the members of the UAA, and what he hopes to accomplish in the next year. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#president #arborist #president2024 #vegetationmanagement #vegmanagement #podcast #urbanforestry #forester #sustainableforestry #arboriculture #arborist

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A Breakdown of the Utility Insurance Tower: Part 2 w/ Anna Marie Will & Eric Brown

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 20:00:47 GMT

Welcome back to the Trees and Lines podcast. In this part two of our two-part discussion with Anna Marie Will and Eric Brown from SMUD, we continue our conversation around insurance and the vegetation management industry. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#insurance #trees #utility #vegetationmanagement #vegmanagement #forester #arborist #insurancespecialist #industry #arborist

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Understanding Insurance in Veg Management: Part 1 w/ Anna Marie Will & Eric Brown

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 01:06:02 GMT

On this podcast episode of Trees & Lines, we talk with Anna Marie Will, Insurance Program Manager, and Eric Brown, T&D System Manager, from Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD). Join us as we dive into the insurance side of the vegetation management industry. We talk about how natural disasters determine insurance rates, how smaller co-ops are solving insurance challenges, and get an inside look at how SMUD thinks about insurance. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#insurance #trees #utility #vegetationmanagement #vegmanagement #forester #arborist #insurancespecialist #industry #arbor

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Innovating Veg Management with Herbicide and Drone Programs w/ Jason Grossman

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 18:16:11 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines Podcast. On this episode, Jason Grossman, Manager of Vegetation Management at Liberty Utilities, joins us again, this time in Texas at the 2024 Trees & Utilities Conference. Jason talks with us about how his team is using herbicides as part of their unique vegetation management program, how he is handling new risks in his area, and what technology he wants to see in the future for the UVM industry. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

@LibertyUtilNH @libertyutilitieswestregion #utility #vegetationmanagement #forester #arborist #arboriculture #trees #tree #nature #naturaldisaster #herbicide #herbicides

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Water & Forest Restoration Efforts in Veg Management w/ Elvy Barton

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 18:59:33 GMT

Welcome to another episode of the Trees and Lines podcast. On this episode, we talk with Elvy Barton, Water and Forest Sustainability Senior Manager at Salt River Project. We talk with Elvy about the challenges she faces with her water and forest restoration efforts, how she collaborates with the Forest Service, various states, and other stakeholders to help restoration efforts. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#arborist #podcast #sustainableforestry #forester #urbanforestry #utilities #renewableenergy #water #waterresourcemanagement #waterreservoir #waterrestoration

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Saluting Branches: Arborists Honoring Veterans w/ Renee Bissett & Brian Bruce

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 18:01:20 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. On this episode, we talk with current President of Saluting Branches, Renee Bissett, and former President, Brian Bruce. We discuss how Saluting Branches is giving back to the families of those who have fought for our country, how they have grown to become an internationally recognized non-profit, and how you you can get involved with the organization. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

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#president #utilities #podcast #arborist #Salutingbranches #veterans #forester #forestry #honor #military #service #nonprofit #navy #army #airforce #coastguard

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Tree Caused Outage Study & Talking to Future Utility Arborists w/ Greg Dahle

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 14:00:14 GMT

Welcome to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Today we talk with Doctor Greg Dahle, Professor of Arboriculture and Urban Forestry at West Virginia University. We talked with Greg about how he is informing students about the industry, the progress he's making on data collection for his tree caused outage study, and how we can better market the industry. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#professor #arborist #arboriculture #doctor #data #datacollection #datascience #utilities #podcast #forester #environmentalmonitoring #university #students #school #outage #poweroutage

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The Impacts of Environmental Policy Decisions on Veg Management w/ Katie Fernholz

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:58:46 GMT

Welcome to another episode of the Trees and Lines podcast. On this episode, we talk with Katie Fernholz, president and CEO of Dovetail Partners, Inc. Katie talks with us about better integration and land management across the industry, her work in wildfire risk mitigation, and with renewable energy. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#forester #forestry #Land #landmanagement #utilities #utility #arborist #environmentsafety #environment #wildfire #wildfireprevention

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Collaborating for the Future of Veg Management w/ Cindy Musick

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 21:15:01 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees and Lines podcast. Cindy Musick, Senior Director of Vegetation Management Services at Rappahannock Electric Cooperative, joins us again. This time, we talk about an update on her PhD progress, tree canopy cover, and tree caused outages. Have a listen. Hope you enjoy.

#cooperative #UAA #forester #podcast #sustainibility #utilities #arborist #forestry #innovation #stormresponse

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Veg Management around Solar Utility Sites w/ Amy Newkirk

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 19:41:02 GMT

Welcome to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Today we talk with Amy Newkirk, Vegetation Manger for Solar Generation at Invenergy. We discussed the value of people and people skills, the regulatory environment they operate under, and Amy's unique opportunity to look at new approaches in Veg Management. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#arborist #podcast #episode #forester #forestry #sustainability #industry #solar #generation #transmission #trees #power #powerlines #utility #utilities

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Alternatives to Removing Trees and Preserving Old Trees w/ Vikki Bengtsson

Wed, 22 May 2024 14:00:44 GMT

Vikki Bengston, Senior Ecologist for Pro Natura, joins us on this podcast episode of Trees & Lines to discuss opportunities to preserve old trees instead of removing them, how her path in vegtation management is the opposite of a forester, and the values of the natural processes of the tree? Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#vegetationmanagement #veteranization #podcast #utility #utilities #arborist #episode #forester #forestry #trees #industry #oldtrees

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Solving for Year Round Veg Management in Tropical Climates w/ Kevin Eckert

Thu, 09 May 2024 14:00:48 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Kevin Eckert, President of Smart Trees Pacific, joins us to discuss his passion for arboritory, his international work consulting in vegmanagement for other countries, and his work with the ISA. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#vegmanagement #utility #vegetationmanagement #arborist #forester #podcast #episode #forestry #tropical #hawaii #puertorico #utilities #industry

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Election Impact on Veg Management Infrastucture w/ Leslie Kass

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 14:00:04 GMT

Welcome to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast! Leslie Kass, CEO of Lewis Services, joins us today to talk about a wide range of topics inluding how Lewis Serrvices is growing their business, insights on attracting new workers to the industry, and Leslie's unique journey to her role as CEO. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#vegetationmanagement #utility #arborist #forester #podcast #episode #industry #forestry #utilities #trees #lines #election #voting #business

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The Evolution of Veg Management and Industry Standards w/ Dennis Holewinski

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 17:25:28 GMT

We are excited to welcome legendary veg management industry leader, Dennis Holewinski, on the podcast today. Dennis talks about how he got his start in the industry, challenges and solutions with liability and insurance, and how he has helped hundreds of utilities get started as well as much more! Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#vegetationmanagement #utility #arborist #podcast #forester #industry #episode #utilities #forestry #trees #legend #liabilities #insurance #liability

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Understanding Veg Management Practices in the Land Down Under w/ Stephen Martin

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 14:00:05 GMT

Welcome to another podcast episode of Trees & Lines. Today, we talk with Stephen Martin, Senior Strategist - Land, Research, and Development at Powerlink Queensland. Steve talks with us about vegetation management practices in Australia, land asset strategies, and bushfire mitigation. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#australia #vegetationmanagement #utility #arborist #podcast #forester #land #research #development #strategies #fire #bushfire

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Challenges, Solutions, and Customer Interactions of Co-ops w/ George Leader and Penny Whisenant

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 16:13:17 GMT

On this podcast episode of Trees & Lines, we talk with talk with George Leader, Vegetation Maintenance Manager, and Penny Whisenant, Vegetation Maintenance Supervisor, of Pedernales Electric Cooperative. George & Penny discuss the unique challenges and solutions of the Texas-based Cooperative, their environmental initiatives, and their career paths into the industry. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#vegetationmanagement #podcast #episode #utility #cooperative #trees #lines #utility #utilityvegetationmanagement #utilities #powerlines

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Storms: Preparation and Response in Veg Management w/ Drew Seidel

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 20:44:35 GMT

Welcome to another podcast episode of Trees & Lines. Drew Sedel, Vice President of Southwestern Electric Power Company, joins us to talk about how his experience with storms has helped the company evolve, different types of technologies he is using for better response, and his experience in leading a team of over 600. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#vegetationmanagement #vegmanagement #tree #utility #arborist #forestry #forester #forest #storm #stormresponse

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How Veg Management Can Reduce Risk and Increase Reliability w/ Kamran Rasheed

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 15:00:04 GMT

On this podcast episode of Trees & Lines, we talk with Kamran Rasheed, Director of Vegetation Strategy at Pacific Gas and Electric Company. Kamran talks about the importance of having a business case, how it will reduce risk and also, increase reliability. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#vegetationmanagement #utility #podcast #arborist #forestry #forester #industry #episode #risk #reliability #wildfire #vegmanagement

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The Relationship between Cycle and Reliability in Utility Veg Management w/ Sig Guggenmoos

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 15:00:00 GMT

Welcome to another #podcast #episode of Trees & Lines. On this episode, Sig Guggenmoos, #President at Ecological Solutions Inc. in #Alberta #Canada joins us to discuss his clear width #calculator, his time in #consulting, and how he #leverages #data in his #work. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#vegetationmanagement #utility #arborist #forester #forestry #forest #power

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Understanding Biodiversity in Right-of-Way Corridors w/ Matt Goff

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 17:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another podcast episode of Trees & Lines. On this episode, Matt Goff, Transmission Vegetation Manager at Georgia Power Company, joins us to discuss how Georgia Power is using biological barriers to control non desirables on their Right-of-Way corridors, his journey through into the industry, and what he wants to see from the industry moving forward. Have a listen hope you enjoy.

#Vegetationmanagement #biology #biological #chemistry #rightofway #journey #industry #podcast #forester #arborist #forestry #Arbor

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Building the Case for Habitat Conservation in Utility Veg Management w/ Caroline Hernandez

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Caroline Hernandez, Assistant Program Director of Sustainability Landscapes at the University of Illinois, joins us to discuss how she is helping develop #pollinator #habitats around #utilityvegetationmanagement, her goals for the Rights-of-Way Habitat Working Groups, and how she is supporting the conservation on Rights-of-Way. Have a listen hope you enjoy.

#vegetationmanagement #utility #podcast #habit #conservation #endangeredspecies #arborist #forester

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How Tech is Changing Vegetation Management w/ Jason Grossman

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 14:00:00 GMT

Jason Grossman, Manager of Vegetation Management at Liberty Utilities, joins us to talk about how technology is playing a part in #vegetationmanagement and how he is using #dataanalytics to get a better understanding of his territory. Have a listen hope you enjoy.

#arborist #forest #forester #forestry

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Advancing Safety in Vegetation Management w/ James Beery

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 14:00:00 GMT

James Beery, Senior Safety Lead for Wright Tree Services, joins us on this #podcast #episode of Trees & Lines to talk about how safety has #evolved in the #vegetationmanagement #industry and how a different mindset of learning instead of #discpline when mistakes are made, are helping gain more visibility into #safety issues within daily work. Have a listen hope you enjoy.

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Leveraging LIDAR and New Technology in Vegetation Management w/ Jennifer Whitacre

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 14:00:00 GMT

Welcome to another #podcast #episode of Trees & Lines. On this episode, Jennifer Whitacre, Senior #Director of #Strategic #Accounts at NV5 Geospatial, joins us to talk about how she is using new #technologies in the #vegetationmanagement #industry to make it easier for #utilities to #migate #tree caused #outages. Have a listen hope you enjoy.

#arborist #forester #forestry #lidar #lidarscanner #newtechnology #geospatial #data

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Creating a Pathway for Students in Vegetation Management w/ Robert Vanderhoof

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another #podcast #episode of Trees & Lines. On this episode, we talk with Robert Vanderhoof of Tall Tree Learning. We talk with Robert about how he is creating material for students to help pass exams in #VegetationManagement and his goal for the future of #education in the #industry to fill more #job roles. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#forest #forester #Forestry #arborist #Arbor

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How Utility Arborists are Engaging their Local Communities w/ Bob Allen

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 15:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another #episode of the Trees & Lines #podcast. On this episode, we welcome back Bob Allen, #Manager of #VegetationManagement for Eversource New Hampshire, to talk about his work helping create and manage #Utility #Arboretums and how #arborist are honoring and remembering our #veterans. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#arboretum #arboriculture #forester #forestry #utilities

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Core Challenges in the Understanding and Executing of Safety Strategies w/ David McPeak

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 14:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another #podcast #episode of Trees & Lines! On this episode, we are at the #Trees & #Utilities #2023 Conference and David McPeak, #Director of #Education at Utility Business Media, UBM, joins us to talk about Personal Protective Equipment, safety education in the #vegetationmanagement #industry, and what #goals he has for #2024. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#arborist #arboriculture #forester #forestry

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Research and Development inside Vegetation Management w/ Dr. Gregory Dahle

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another #podcast #episode of Trees & Lines! On this episode, Professor of Arboriculture & Urban Forestry, Dr. Gregory Dahle, joins us to discuss how he is using #machinelearning #databases to bring more insight to the #vegetationmanagement #industry, the #graduate and #undergraduate courses he is teaching at West Virginia University, and his journey into the industry. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#forester #arborist #arboriculture #doctor

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How the Utility Arborist Association is Advancing the Veg Management Industry w/ Brandon Hughson

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Welcome to another podcast episode of Trees and Lines. On this episode, we talk with the Utility Arborist Associations' President, Brandon Hughson. Brandon talks about how the #UAA is bringing #utilities together to help with natural disaster cleanup, how they are supporting #veterans, and his journey to where he is today. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#utilityarboristassociation #arborist #forestry #forester #utility #tree #trees #vegetationmanagement #industry

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Solving for Urban Roadside Forest Decline w/ Bob Allen

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Welcome to another #podcast #episode of Trees & Lines! In this episode, we talk with Bob Allen, #Manager of #VegetationManagement for Eversource New Hampshire, about how he keeps #regulators informed and works with them to request the proper #funding for their needs, new #insect #species that are affecting the #trees and causing issues for #utilities, and their #outreach #programs to inform the general #public about the #industry. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#forester #arborist #vegmanagement #infestation

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A Look at Manufacturing in Vegetation Management w/ Hal Acree

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another #episode of the Trees & Lines #podcast. On this episode, we look at a different part of the #vegetationmanagement #industry as we talk with Hal Acree, #National #Sales #Manager at Progress Rail. Hal brings insight into the making of the trucks we use in #vegmanagement, #supplychain #challenges and #solutions, and the #equipment #manufactoring space. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#arborist #trees #utility #work #trucks #forestry #forester

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Climate Resilient Programs and Biomechanics in Veg Management: Part 2 w/ Dr. Anand Persad

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to the second part of our interview with #Doctor Anand Persad, as we continue our discussion in the #vegetationmanagemnet #industry. This time, we discuss the effects of #climatechange and how we are working with it, #international efforts in relating certain parts of the #world to others, and creating a #complimentary #greenspace around #utilities instead of destroying #habitats. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#arborists #biodiversity #greeninitiative

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The Evolution of Safety in the Vegetation Management Industry: Part 1 w/ Dr. Anand Persad

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Welcome to another episode of the Trees & lines #podcast. In this #episode, #Doctor Anand Persad, Chair of UAA Research Committee, Director of Research at ACRT, Affiliated Professor at the University of Florida at Gainesville, joins us on to talk about how #diversity in teams can make for a more #safe #work #environment, why perspectives from different #genders helps build a stronger regard for safety, as well as the challenges of the past and how we have overcome them. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#vegetationmanagement #UAA #research #arborist #utility #industry

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AI Solutions for Climate Change Challenges in Veg Management w/ Jordan Ambrogi

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another podcast episode of Trees & Lines. In this episode, we talked with Jordan Ambrogi, Wildfire Mitigation Program Manager at CORE Electric Cooperative, at the Trees and Utilities 2023 Conference. We discussed with Jordan why we are seeing a large amount of wildfires occurring all over the world, their plans to better pinpoint wildfires, and the challenges of a cooperative. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#wildfire #manager #utility #vegetationmanagment #climatechange #artificialintelligence #AI #coop #cooperative

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Passion for Pollinators and Technology Approaches in State Utilities w/ Katie Manende

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another insightful episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. On this episode, we are back at the Trees & Utilities 2023 Conference where we talked with Katie Manende, Manager of Vegetation Management at Central Maine Power, discussing her thoughts around how the industry can grow as a whole, what they are doing to protect their pollinators, and how they are evolving their technology as they grow as a utility. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#vegetationmanagement #arborist #pollinators #power #utility #Maine

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Herbicide First Approach and Advancing the Next Generation in Vegetation Management w/ Shawn Huff

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Shawn Huff, #Supervisor at #Oklahoma #Gas and #Electric #Energy #Corporation, joins us on this latest #podcast #episode of #Trees & #Lines to talk about how they take a unique approach to #vegetationmanagement. We also discuss Shawn's commitment to developing the next generation in the industry, how #OGE is #capitalizing much of their #work, and how they go beyond the scope of simple #pruning and removing of trees. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#arborist #forestry #forester #forest #woods #utility #outdoors #outdoorsman #outdoorspace

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The Impact of the Arbor Day Foundation w/ Dan Lambe

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 22:00:00 GMT

Dan Lambe joins us for the first episode of the Trees & Lines at #Trees&Utilities #Conference #podcast series. In this series, we set up a podcast booth in the Trees & Utilities Conference in #Pittsburgh, #Pennsylvania to talk with all the major players in the #VegetationManagement #industry. In this episode, we talk with Dan about how the #ArborDayFoundation is serving the underserved #communities, planting millions of #trees each year, and how they respond in the wake of #naturaldisasters. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#arborist #forestry #CEO

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IVM Audits and the Transmission Side of the Industry w/ Thomas Sullivan

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 10:00:00 GMT

On this episode of the Trees & Lines #Podcast, we talked with another leading #professional in the #vegetationmanagement industry, Thomas Sullivan. Thomas take us into the #transmission side of the #industry as well as the use of #technology, #AI in the field, and the right-of-way stewardship accreditation program. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!

#forestry #arborist #utility #audit #generations

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The Professional Practice of Arboriculture w/ Caitlyn Pollihan

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT

On this #podcast episode of Trees & Lines, Caitlyn Pollihan, CEO and Executive Director of the International Society of Arboriculture, #ISA, joins us to talk about their #initiatives in the industry around #safety, best #management practices, and what #success means to Caitlyn in her position. Join us as we continue our journey exploring the ins and outs of the #vegetationmanagement #industry.

#utility #arborist #arborists #environmental #environmentalists #forester

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SMUD's New Approach to Risk in Vegetation Management (Part 2) w/ Niel Fischer and Eric Brown

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT

In part 2 of our 2 part episode, Niel and Eric dive into how the industry can move toward lessening the risk of utility fires as well as the triangle of fire physics.

#Vegetationmanagement #utility #SMUD #industry #fire #prevention #standards #forester #arborist #environmental #environmentalists

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Mitigating Fire: Prevention and Standards (Part 1) w/ Niel Fischer and Eric Brown

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast! On this episode, we speak with Niel Fischer, Forester and Attorney, and Eric Brown, Manager of the Transmission and Distribution Vegetation Management Program at SMUD, about how who the current authorities of standards for utilities is, how we are actively trying to mitigate fire prevention, and how we can accelerate these conversations as well as much, much more. Have a listen, hope you enjoy.

#Vegetationmanagement #utility #SMUD #industry #fire #prevention #standards #forester #arborist #environmental #environmentalists

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The Inner Workings of a Cooperative and Their Challenges w/ Cindy Musick

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT

How are cooperatives leveraging new technology in their industry? What does an outage look like? What is the most important part in the operations of a cooperative? Cindy Musick, Director of Vegetation Management Services at Rappahannock Electric Cooperative, joins us to answer these questions, to talk to us about their helicopter trimming initiative and much more on this latest podcast episode of Trees & Lines!

#Electric #Cooperative #VegetationManagement #trees #helicopter #Director #utility

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Storm Response and Preparedness w/ Chris Paglia & Beth Lay

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 14:00:00 GMT

On this latest podcast episode of Trees & Lines we are joined again by our friend Beth Lay of Lewis Trees, and also, Chris Paglia, Vice President of Safety, Health, and Assurance at a very large electric utility in the northeast. We dive in with Chris and Beth, on the storms they have had to the topic of resilience engineering and how it played a part in the response to winter storm Elliot, what went right, and what they learned they can do better in preparing for future storms.

#Trees #utility #vegetationmanagement #saftey #success #Surprise #regulations #resilience #engineering #winterstorm #winterstorm2022 #Elliot #preparation #storm #storms #electricutility

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The Inner Workings of an Electric Co-op w/ Amanda Opp

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Continuing our journey in the vegetation management industry, Amanda Opp, Certified Utility Vegetation Management Professional at Flathead Electric Cooperative, joins us to talk about what it's like working for an electric co-op, building wildfire mitigation plans, and what it was like being one of the first graduates of the Vegetation Management Professional Development Programs.

#Coop #Trees #Powerlines #Vegetationmanagement #wildfire #Cooperative #podcast #Graduate #Electric

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The Evolution of the Utility Arborist Association w/ Dennis Fallon

Wed, 24 May 2023 10:00:00 GMT

We take a look behind the curtain of the Utility Arborist Association on this latest podcast episode of Trees & Lines. Dennis Fallon, Executive Director of the Utility Arborist Association, joins us to discuss how the UAA is reaching the international level, some of the programs they offer, how they are helping the next generation, and Dennis's journey to a leadership role inside the industry.

#UAA #utilityarboristassociation #trees #utility #vegetationmanagement #career #students #executiverp #Executive #director

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How do you Prepare to be Surprised in Vegetation Management? w/ Beth Lay

Thu, 11 May 2023 02:00:00 GMT

Beth Lay, Director of Resilience and Reliability at Lewis Services joins us on this latest podcast episode of Trees & Lines to discuss the importance of human performance, how one set of regulations is not enough to create safety, and an eagle and a deer? Join us to find out more about how safety is evolving in the vegetation management industry every day.

#Trees #utility #vegetationmanagement #saftey #success #Surprise #regulations

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Training Programs and Driving the industry forward w/Butte College's Annie Rafferty

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast! Annie Rafferty, Director of Contract Education and Training Development at Butte College, joins us to talk about how Butte College is leading the way in the Vegetation Management industry by facilitating industry driven people in training programs. We also talk about how other colleges have started these same training programs to help improve the quality of work in the industry and how people can learn more about these programs. Annie is an accomplished global talent development professional and has some great insight in her approaches for career development.

#College #ButteCollege #Training #vegetationManagement #podcast #Buttecollege #global #talent

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Plants and Wildlife Occupying Utility Rights-Of-Way w/Penn State's Dr. Carolyn Mahan

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 22:00:00 GMT

On this episode of the Trees & Lines Podcast, we talk to Dr. Carolyn Mahan about the Game Lands 33 Research Project which has guided the vegetation management industry for the last 65 years in preserving wildlife communities including birds, bees, and all manner of animals and plants that live in the utility rights-of-way. Dr. Mahan gives us an inside look at how they have preserved these communities in the past, and the ongoing efforts and updates on preserving these communities for the future.

#wildlife #podcast #vegetationmanagement #research #doctor #preservation #animals #plants #utility #sustainability #wildlifehabitat #biodiversity #pollinatorhabitat #ESG

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Risk Management, Public Education, and Industry Advice w/SMUD's Eric Brown

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to the second part in our 2 part interview with Eric Brown from SMUD. In this episode we explore how Eric and SMUD were able to get their Right-of-Way Stewardship Accreditation, Eric's understanding of risk, his time as the President of the Utility Arborist Association, and his advice to Arborists entering the industry. If you enjoy this episode please like, subscribe, and check us out on linkedin!

#vegetationmanagement #smud #trees #powerlines #arborist #master #masterarborist

Utility Arborist Association, International Society of

Arboriculture, Tree Care Industry Association, Bureau of Land

Management, Sacramento County, City of Sacramento, Right-of-Way Stewardship Council, Arbor Day Foundation

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Best Practices in Vegetation Management w/SMUD's Eric Brown

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 01:00:00 GMT

Welcome to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Today, we have the first part of a 2-part interview with SMUD’s T&D System Manager, Eric Brown. SMUD, or the Sacramento Municipal Utility District, is the nation’s sixth largest community-owned electric utility that services Sacramento and parts of Placer County. In this first part we look into Eric's role as Manager at SMUD and the day-to-day operations at SMUD. We hope you enjoy the insights shared by Eric.

#vegetationmanagement #california #transmissionlines #distribution #forest #assetmanagement #wildlifeprotection #herbicides #botanists #environment

Utility Arborist Association, International Society of

Arboriculture, Tree Care Industry Association, Bureau of Land

Management, Sacramento County, City of Sacramento, Right-of-Way Stewardship Council, Arbor Day Foundation

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Outdoor Careers in Vegetation Management w/Abernathy-VMServices Larry Abernathy

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 19:00:00 GMT

On this latest podcast episode of Trees and Lines, Larry Abernathy, Consulting Utility Arborist for the Utility Arborist Association, joins us to talk about what a career in vegetation management looks like, how the UAA has created a curriculum with scholarships available, and his ongoing mission to keep workers safe on the job. Don't miss out on this fascinating episode of Trees and Lines!

#UAA #TCIA #ISA #Utility #VegetationManagement #Arborist #UtilityArboristAssociation #College #Scholarship #Curiculum

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Value of Right-Of-Way Accreditation & Prioritizing Safety w/Iapetus's Steve Hallmark

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 18:00:00 GMT

Join us on this podcast episode of Trees & Lines as we continue our discussion in the Utility Vegetation Management industry. Steve Hallmark joins Tej Singh and Phillip Charlton to discuss the Right of Way Stewardship and how it has shaped the industry standards for the safety of the workers. Steve talks about how he was one of the first Right of Way accredited stewards in the program. He recalls his journey in the Vegetation Management industry and his previous encounters with one of hosts, Phil Charlton.

Don't miss out on this informative episode of the Trees & Lines podcast!

#VegetationManagement #Podcast #Iapetus #utilityvegetationmanagementpodcast #Iapetus #Vegetationmanagement #ROW #RightofWay #Safety #Rightofway #ROW #Sustainability #Monarchbutterfly #pollinators

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/trees-and-lines
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Analytics, Vegetation Strategy, and Reliability w/National Grid's Bert Stewart

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Bert Stewart, Reliability Analytics and Vegetation Strategy Manager at National Grid, joins Dr. Phil Charlton and Tej Singh on our latest podcast episode of Trees & Lines. We explore how National Grid has shifted into a more condition-based analytical approach vs. a timed-based VM approach, challenges they have faced during this transition, and how they’re leveraging digital solutions. We also get a behind-the-scenes look at a maple syrup hobbyist and how the process works.

Don't miss out on another insightful podcast episode of Trees & Lines!

#NationalGrid #Vegetationmanagement #digitalsolutions #maplesyrup #analytics #GIS #Massachusetts #TransmissionDistribution #Treeoverhang #treedensity

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Geospatial Tech in Vegetation Management w/Clearion's Christopher Kelly

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 18:00:00 GMT

In another fascinating dive into vegetation management, we now explore the technology driving the industry. Christopher Kelly, CEO of Clearion Software, joins our hosts, Tej Singh and Phil Charlton, to discuss how utilities are using the latest geospatial technologies to solve complex workflow and information management challenges in the vegetation management community. Don't miss out on this informative episode of the Trees & Lines podcast.

#VegetationManagement #Podcast #Iapetus #Community #Software #Clearion #Geospatial #Mapping #Workflow

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Vegetation Management in a Major City w/New York Power's Lew Payne

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Trees & Lines Vegetation Management Podcast is excited sit down with Vegetation Management powerhouse Lew Payne. Lew talks about the challenges of Vegetation Management in a heavily regulated state, the types of technologies they use, and Lew's unique strategy of managing vegetation with vegetation. Join us on this insightful episode of the Trees & Lines Podcast.

#VegetationManagement #Iapetus #NewYorkPower #NewYork #Trees #PowerLines #PowerCompany #Challenges #EnergyReform #EnergyBill

Lew Payne:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-payne-201052187/

Phil Charlton:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-m-charlton-ph-d-64584b8/

Tej Singh:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tejpal-singh-a33a6842/

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New Approaches & Technology in Vegetation Management w/Intelfuse's Nigel Barry

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 08:00:00 GMT

Nigel Barry of Intelfuse joins our hosts, Phil Charlton and Tej Singh, on this latest episode of 'Trees & Lines.' One of the main topics he discusses is how LIDAR and satellites can obtain more accurate vegetation data and the challenges that come with using this type of technology. Nigel also shares his perspective from the international vegetation market and discusses how cultural differences between Australia and the U.S. shape business. Don't miss this next exciting episode of this utility vegetation management podcast, 'Trees & Lines.'

Nigel Barry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigel-barry-67570910/

Tejpal Singh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tejpal-singh-a33a6842/

Phil Charlton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-m-charlton-ph-d-64584b8/

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#vegetationmanagement #utilities #utilityvegetationmanagement #integratedvegetationmanagement #uvm #unitil #interview #podcast #corporate #sustainability #sharedservices #leader #company #development #industry #vegetationManagement #BioCompliance #consulting #LAIDR #satellite #Australia #International

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What we Still Need to Learn as an Industry w/BioCompliance's John Goodfellow

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 08:00:00 GMT

On this latest episode of Trees & Lines, John Goodfellow joins our hosts, Tej and Phil, to discuss what the vegetation management industry has learned over the years and what it is still lacking. Join us in this fascinating conversation with one of the industries most well known experts, as we dive into the past and future of vegetation management and the need for the human component as well as advancing technologies.

Tejpal Singh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tejpal-singh-a33a6842/

Phil Charlton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-m-charlton-ph-d-64584b8/

John Goodfellow: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-goodfellow-a407a419/

#vegetationmanagement #utilities #utilityvegetationmanagement #integratedvegetationmanagement #uvm #unitil #interview #podcast #corporate #sustainability #sharedservices #leader #company #development #industry #vegetationManagement #BioCompliance #Consulting

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Diversity, Inclusion & Environmental Sustainability w/UNITIL's Sara Sankowich

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 08:00:00 GMT

Sara Sankowich is featured by our hosts, Tej Singh and Phil Charlton, on this latest episode of “Trees & Lines”. Sara is a great leader in the vegetation management industry. In this episode, she speaks about how she has led the way at Unitil in diversity and inclusion, creating new programs to help shape the future of their employees.

Sara Sankowich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-sankowich-05544134/

Tejpal Singh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tejpal-singh-a33a6842/

Phil Charlton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-m-charlton-ph-d-64584b8/

#vegetationmanagement #utilities #utilityvegetationmanagement #integratedvegetationmanagement #uvm #unitil #interview #podcast #corporate #sustainability #sharedservices #leader #company #development #industry #vegetationManagement #UVM #IVM

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Renewable Investments & Good Corporate Culture w/Florida Power & Light's Pam Rauch

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 08:00:00 GMT

Thanks for joining us on this episode of, 'Trees & Lines.' Our hosts, Phil Charlton and Tej Singh, sit down with Vice President of External Affairs and Economic Growth Development, at NextEra Energy company Pam Rauch. In this exciting episode we discuss how NextEra became the US's largest utility, how they approach situations innovatively, good corporate culture, and renewable investments. We hope you enjoy listening to this interview as much as we did!

Pam Rauch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pam-rauch-61a10116/

Tejpal Singh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tejpal-singh-a33a6842/

Phil Charlton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-m-charlton-ph-d-64584b8/

#vegetationmanagement #utilities #utilityvegetationmanagement #integratedvegetationmanagement #uvm #nextera #interview #podcast #corporate #culture #renewable #investments #company #development #utility

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Welcome to Trees & Lines

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 17:00:00 GMT

In the first episode of Trees & Lines, co-hosts Tej Singh and UVM veteran Phil Charlton welcome listeners, discuss the state of the UVM industry, and provide a preview of the topics and issues they'll be tackling with a wide range of industry experts and thought leaders.

Highlights:

Phil's background and long experience in UVM
Tej's background in electrical engineering, investing, and entrepreneurship
The rapid rate of change in UVM
Most important areas of focus for UVM over the next five years

Connect with Iapetus Infrastructure Services [http://www.iiservices.com] to learn more about UVM.

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