Trees & Lines: A Utility Vegetation Management Podcast
by Iapetus Infrastructure Services
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Slowing Growth With TGRs Lowers Long-Term Cost w/ Liz Westberg
Jun 3, 2026
Unknown duration
Reclaiming Right-of-Ways and Relationships w/ Joe DeLong
May 6, 2026
19m 30s
Building Partnerships with Utilities, Agencies and the Landscape They Share w/Rick Johnstone
Apr 15, 2026
32m 55s
The Future of Pipelines and Energy Infrastructure w/ Dean Mutrie
Mar 25, 2026
46m 28s
Shaping Utility Forestry through Policy and Partnerships w/Chris Rooney
Mar 4, 2026
14m 18s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/3/26 | Slowing Growth With TGRs Lowers Long-Term Cost w/ Liz Westberg | Get the latest updates from our LinkedIn page! https://onelink.to/treesandlines Welcome back to another episode of the Trees & Lines podcast. Liz Westberg, Business Development at Growth Solutions, joins us to discuss how tree growth regulators are helping utilities reduce long-term vegetation management costs by slowing regrowth and extending pruning cycles. Liz breaks down the science behind paclobutrazol, explaining how it works at the cellular level by reducing gibberellic acid production and redirecting tree energy in ways that also improve drought tolerance, root development, and overall tree health. She walks through the business case for TGRs, including cost savings of 20 to 70% depending on access conditions, and explains why timing treatments close to pruning events is critical to getting the best results out of any program.The conversation also covers species considerations across deciduous trees, conifers, and monocots, why implementation scope and target selection matter more than most utilities realize, and how Growth Solutions manages landowner communication and opt-out programs in the field. Liz shares why less than 20% of utilities currently use TGRs despite decades of availability, what it takes to build the internal business case for adoption, and why the foresters who have implemented these programs rarely want to give them up once they start seeing results. Have a listen, hope you enjoy!#VegetationManagement #UtilityArboriculture #TreeGrowthRegulators #GridReliability #UtilityOperations #UrbanForestry #EnergyInfrastructure #Utilities Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/6/26 | Reclaiming Right-of-Ways and Relationships w/ Joe DeLong✨ | vegetation managementmunicipal utilities+4 | Joe DeLong | City of Westerville Electric DivisionIapetus Infrastructure Services | — | vegetation managementtree replacement+6 | — | 19m 30s | |
| 4/15/26 | Building Partnerships with Utilities, Agencies and the Landscape They Share w/Rick Johnstone✨ | Integrated Vegetation Managementcollaboration with agencies+4 | Rick Johnstone | IVM PartnersAllegheny Power+2 | — | vegetation managementhabitat corridors+6 | — | 32m 55s | |
| 3/25/26 | The Future of Pipelines and Energy Infrastructure w/ Dean Mutrie✨ | pipeline industryenvironmental management+5 | Dean Mutrie | International Symposium on Environmental Concerns and Rights of Way ManagementIapetus Infrastructure Services | CanadaU.S. | vegetation managementpipeline development+8 | — | 46m 28s | |
| 3/4/26 | Shaping Utility Forestry through Policy and Partnerships w/Chris Rooney✨ | Utility ForestryLegislation+4 | Chris Rooney | Rhode Island EnergyNational Grid+1 | Rhode Island | Vegetation ManagementUtility Arboriculture+5 | — | 14m 18s | |
| 2/18/26 | From Vegetation Control to Habitat Creation w/Stan Vera-Art✨ | vegetation controlhabitat creation+3 | Stan Vera-Art | Grow With TreesIapetus Infrastructure Services | — | vegetation managementutility arboriculture+3 | — | 12m 11s | |
| 2/4/26 | From Time-Based to Risk-Based Vegetation Planning w/ Don Adcock✨ | vegetation managementrisk-based planning+4 | Don Adcock | EntergyIapetus Infrastructure Services | — | vegetation managementutility arboriculture+4 | — | 22m 00s | |
| 1/21/26 | Monarchs, Bumblebees, and Right-of-Way Conservation w/Megan Petraitis✨ | right-of-way conservationpollinator habitats+3 | Megan Petraitis | UIC Energy Resources CenterRight-of-Way is Habitat Working Group+1 | — | monarch butterfliesbumblebees+3 | — | 16m 29s | |
| 1/7/26 | Supporting Women in Utility Forestry and Leadership w/Jenna Turner & Kathy Ferrier✨ | women in utility forestryleadership+3 | Jenna TurnerKathy Ferrier | Eversource Energy | — | utility forestryleadership+3 | — | 17m 22s | |
| 12/17/25 | Biochar, Biomass, and the Future of Forest Health w/ Elvy Barton✨ | forest healthwildfire mitigation+4 | Elvy Barton | Salt River Project | — | biocharbiomass+5 | — | 21m 59s | |
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| 12/10/25 | Satellite Data Transforming Vegetation Management Globally w/ Sven Przywarra✨ | satellite technologyvegetation management+4 | Sven Przywarra | LiveEOIapetus Infrastructure Services | — | satellite dataAI+5 | — | 18m 02s | |
| 12/3/25 | Leading the Future of Utility Arboriculture w/ Josh Beaver | Get the latest updates from our LinkedIn page! https://onelink.to/treesandlinesWelcome 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 11/19/25 | Breaking Barriers with Language-Driven Data Analytics w/ Rebecca Lasica | Get the latest updates from our LinkedIn page! https://onelink.to/treesandlinesWelcome 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | Turning Data into Decisions for Utilities w/ Brett Kasten | 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. | — | ||||||
| 11/5/25 | Engaging the Next Generation of Arborists w/ Daniel Bridenstine | 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. | — | ||||||
| 10/29/25 | Innovating Where Agriculture Meets Utility Research w/ Don Von Dollen & Yamille del Valle | 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. | — | ||||||
| 10/22/25 | Where Arborists and Utilities Grow Together w/ Dennis Fallon & Dan Lambe | 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. | — | ||||||
| 10/15/25 | Utility Arboriculture Research and a 400-Mile Bike Ride w/ Paul Putman | 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. | — | ||||||
| 10/8/25 | The Operational Backbone of Grid Safety w/ Cody Flint | 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. | — | ||||||
| 5/14/25 | How DTE Balanced Grid Investments with Customer Impact w/ Rachel Steudle | 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. | — | ||||||
| 5/7/25 | The Hidden Costs of Skipping Environmental Strategy in Veg Management w/ Sara Race | 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. | — | ||||||
| 4/30/25 | This One Shift Could Revolutionize Your Vegetation Management Strategy w/ Sara Dreiser | 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. | — | ||||||
| 4/23/25 | Strategies for Affordable IVM in the Gas Pipeline Industry w/ Scott Sharpe | 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. | — | ||||||
| 4/16/25 | The Unspoken Risks Your Utility Faces and How to Raise the Bar in Safety w/ Andy Olson | 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. | — | ||||||
| 4/9/25 | Understanding Veg Management in a Fast Growing Tropical Environment w/ Gregory Chun | 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. | — | ||||||
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