Tools & Technology

From helicopters and shears to software, utility vegetation management requires updated tools for success.

Highlights

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Podcasts

Line Life Podcast Episode: The Rise of Tech in UVM

Feb. 27, 2025
This episode explores the role of artificial intelligence and virtual and augmented reality in utility vegetation management and the electric utility industry.
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Vegetation Management

IVM Benefits: Cutting Back on Carbon

Nov. 1, 2022
Learn how adapting Integrated Vegetation Management strategies can help reduce not only carbon emissions, but also fuel consumption and maintenance input costs.
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Awarding the Top Tool of the Trade for 2022

Oct. 17, 2022
The T&D World team honored the finalists at the Lineman's BBQ on Friday night. Which of the category winners won the top three spots?
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Vegetation Management

Expert Insights: IVM Is Key to Biodiversity

Oct. 5, 2022
Backed by decades of environmental right-of-way research, the use of Integrated Vegetation Management strategies is gaining momentum throughout the industry.
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Vegetation Management

Utility E-book Details Benefits of BMP for Vegetation Management

Sept. 2, 2022
Free to download, the digital resource details best management practices for protecting native plants, wildlife habitat, utility infrastructure and your bottom line.

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Resources

Wildfire Risk Mitigation

Feb. 16, 2022
Learn about the tools and practices that minimize power equipment caused fires.
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Vegetation Management

Invasive Watch: Keeping Substations Foxtail-free

May 2, 2022
Three different species of foxtail can pose significant challenges for vegetation managers and work-zone personnel. Learn how to identify and control them effectively.
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Free Webinar to Focus on Data-Driven Vegetation Management

Feb. 22, 2021
Utilities can learn how to use machine learning and artificial intelligence to reduce operations and maintenance costs.
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Vegetation Management

Crew-Based Technology’s Adoption Goes Mainstream

June 8, 2020
Four major utilities deploy technology in different ways for their vegetation management programs.
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Vegetation Management

Cordless Outdoor Power Equipment System Saves Time for Arborists

May 25, 2020
Makita U.S.A. offers cordless equipment with reduced maintenance and instant starts to improve the productivity of vegetation management professionals.