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Utility vegetation management (UVM) manages risks and controls vegetation that could potentially threaten power lines, railways, roadways, etc. It is perhaps one of the most important fields of environmental impact in the 21st century and is especially important in the U.S., where it is the largest factor in managing outages and the reliability of utilities.In Trees & Lines utility vegetation management podcast, veteran Phil Charlton and Iapetus COO Tej Singh discuss the future of this critical industry and together with keynote guests explore how UVM industry leaders are investing in new technologies, redefining safety culture, addressing ESG (environmental, social, governance) initiatives, and bringing awareness to career opportunities in the burgeoning field of UVM. It's a fresh take on an industry that once operated quietly and is now part of a global discussion with mainstream visibility.
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Get the latest updates from our LinkedIn page! https://onelink.to/treesandlinesWelcome 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get the latest updates from our LinkedIn page! https://onelink.to/treesandlinesWelcome 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get the latest updates from our LinkedIn page! https://onelink.to/treesandlinesWelcome 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get the latest updates from our LinkedIn page! https://onelink.to/treesandlinesWelcome 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get the latest updates from our LinkedIn page! https://onelink.to/treesandlinesWelcome 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get the latest updates from our LinkedIn page! https://onelink.to/treesandlinesWelcome 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get the latest updates from our Linkedin page! https://onelink.to/treesandlinesWelcome 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get the latest updates from our Linkedin page! https://onelink.to/treesandlinesWelcome 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get the latest updates from our Linkedin page! https://onelink.to/treesandlinesWelcome 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get the latest updates from our Linkedin page! https://onelink.to/treesandlinesWelcome 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get the latest updates from our Linkedin page! https://onelink.to/treesandlines 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Be sure to check follow our podcast linkedin page for all the latest updates: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/trees-and-lines/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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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!Be sure to follow our LinkedIn page for the latest Trees & Lines news, updates & industry insights: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/trees-and-lines#VegetationManagement #UtilityLeadership #Overstory #RemoteSensing #AIForUtilities #ElectricUtilities #GridResilience #ForestryTech #InfrastructureInnovation #ClimateTech #TreesAndLines #SmartUtilities #MachineLearning #CLevelInsights #EnergyIndustry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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!Be sure to check out our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/trees-and-lines/posts/?feedView=all#UtilityIndustry #SatelliteTechnology #AIinUtilities #VegetationManagement #SmartGrid #EnergyTech #LiveEO #InfrastructureInnovation #GridMonitoring #Automation #PowerGrid #GISIntegration #Sustainability #MachineLearning #DataAnalytics #FutureOfEnergy #TechForGood #DigitalUtilities #RenewableEnergy #PodcastEpisode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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!#Podcast #PodcastLife #Podcasting #PodcastEpisode #NewPodcast #ListenNow #PodcastShow #Podcaster #SubscribeNow #PodcastCommunity #TreesAndLines #ArborDayFoundation #TreePlanting #Reforestation #UrbanForestry #Forestry #EnvironmentalImpact #Sustainability #ClimateAction #Conservation #GreenInitiatives #UtilityArborist #UtilityIndustry #TreeCare #UrbanGreening #EcoFriendly #CorporateSustainability #CSR #Nonprofit #CommunityEngagement #EnvironmentalLeadership #Infrastructure #CarbonOffset #ClimateMitigation #NatureLovers #GoGreen #PlantATree #EcoWarrior #ClimateChange #SustainableLiving #SaveThePlanet #GreenFuture #EarthLovers #EcoConscious #TreeCanopy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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!#Podcast #PodcastEpisode #PodcastShow #NewPodcast #PodcastLife #Podcasters #PodcastsToListenTo #PodcastCommunity #ListenNow #PodcastInterview #Utilities #EnergyIndustry #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #ElectricPower #GridManagement #UtilityPodcast #PowerGrid #ElectricUtilities #ClimateAction #AshleyBennett #EPRI #ElectricPowerResearchInstitute #PowerInPollinators #VegetationManagement #RightOfWayManagement #Biodiversity #PollinatorConservation #EnvironmentalDNA #eDNA #SustainableEnergy #HabitatRestoration #NativePlants #WildlifeConservation #GreenTech #EcoFriendly #NatureConservation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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!#TreesAndLines #UtilitiesPodcast #EnergyTech #ElectricUtilities #RemoteSensing #GeospatialTech #PowerGrid #InfrastructureInnovation #PodcastCommunity #TechTalk #EnvironmentalData #AIinUtilities #EnergySolutions #SmartGrid #PodcastRecommendations #B2BPodcast #DataAnalytics #IndustryInsights #TreeManagement #Sustainability #TechTrends #ListenNow #BusinessPodcast #IapetusHoldings #PodcastGrowth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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