Utility Arborist Association

10/15/2026

Join us next month in beautiful Lake Tahoe for the UAA Western Regional Meeting & Safety Summit.

This premier event brings UVM professionals together for valuable education, safety-focused discussions, industry insights, and networking with peers from across the region.

Attendees, don't forget: The hotel room block deadline is Monday, October 19. Be sure to reserve your room before the cutoff date to take advantage of the group rate and stay close to all the action.

We look forward to seeing you there: https://tinyurl.com/3xt9aznw

10/14/2026

Insightful conversations took place over the past two days among 89 industry professionals in attendance at the UAA's New York Regional Meeting in Saratoga Springs.

Attendees explored topics including AI in vegetation management, Z133 updates, new construction challenges, legal access issues, pollinator habitat enhancement, and forest health. The event also provided valuable networking opportunities and recognition of industry achievements.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to another successful event.

10/13/2026

Better data for utility crews leads to better decisions in the field.

Join us one week from today (October 20) for a FREE UAA webinar, "From Maps to Mitigation: Using GIS to Identify and Prevent Environmental Risk Hotspots in Utility Work," at Noon CDT.

Don't miss this opportunity to explore practical strategies for reducing risk and improving outcomes across utility operations with Anna Piazza, a GIS Operations Manager with EnviroScience, Inc. Register today: https://tinyurl.com/3mc3ybak

10/12/2026

Knowledge is one of the most valuable benefits of UAA membership.

The September/October 2026 issue of Utility Arborist Newsline features expert insights on next-generation vegetation management technology, data-driven decision-making, and workforce development through the PRO-UVM Program.

Whether you're in the field, managing programs, or leading teams, Newsline helps you stay informed on the topics shaping our industry today and tomorrow.
Available now for UAA members: https://tinyurl.com/yc862wmb

10/09/2026

Big news in utility vegetation management!

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC has selected Samsara to help enhance safety, improve fleet visibility, and streamline operations across its North American fleet and equipment network.

The partnership leverages connected technologies designed to help crews work more safely, respond more efficiently, and better manage vehicles and equipment in the field.

As demand for utility infrastructure continues to grow, technology investments like these are helping shape the future of utility operations: https://asplundh.com/asplundh-selects-samsara-to-protect-crews-and-accelerate-response/

10/08/2026

Your voice can help shape the future of urban and community forestry.

The National Urban & Community Forestry (NUCFAC) Ten-Year Action Plan is now available for public review, and feedback from utility vegetation management professionals is encouraged. Take a few minutes to review the plan and share your comments before the December 4 deadline: https://tinyurl.com/3km7yud4

10/06/2026

Our mission is strengthened by the organizations that invest in our industry and its future.

We’re proud to recognize our Gold Level Sponsors, Clear Path Utility Solutions and National Grid, for their continued support. Their commitment helps advance education, safety, professional development, and collaboration across the utility vegetation management community.

Thank you for your partnership and for helping us create opportunities that support utility professionals throughout North America.

10/05/2026

🌱 Fast Fact Friday: Did you know the right tank mix can help applicators address current vegetation pressure while building longer-lasting control into their programs?

In his recent Utility Arborist Association Newsline article, Myron Rabalais, area sales manager at Envu®, explains how tank mixing and digital tools can help applicators make more precise and consistent decisions in the field.

Method® 240SL, Esplanade® 200 SC and Plainview® herbicides bring complementary strengths to a vegetation management program, from foundational broadleaf w**d and brush control to preemergence and postemergence activity.

Explore solutions and tools designed to help extend the impact of every application: https://bit.ly/3TJuWpG

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

Don’t miss your chance to hear from one of the nation’s leading voices on wildfire risk and utility infrastructure.

The excitement is building for the UAA Western Regional Meeting & Safety Summit, Nov. 3-5 in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, featuring keynote speaker Katherine Blunt, award-winning journalist and author of the national bestseller, California Burning. Through her reporting, Blunt has examined the complex relationship between utilities, wildfires, and the evolving challenges facing communities across the West, making her perspective especially relevant for today’s utility industry professionals.

As a special bonus, the first 100 registrants will receive a complimentary copy of her book.

Thank you to Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC for its Diamond Sponsorship support, which helped bring this exceptional keynote presentation and outstanding program to attendees. Register to attend: https://tinyurl.com/3xt9aznw