Independent Utility Vegetation Management | ACRT https://acrt.com/ Independent Vegetation Management Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:08:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 Prioritizing Mental Health & Wellness in a Busy World https://acrt.com/articles/prioritizing-mental-health-wellness-in-a-busy-world/ Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:08:53 +0000 https://acrt.com/?p=4615 Prioritizing Mental Health & Wellness in a Busy World By Raul E. Perez Jr., Safety Manager, ACRT Pacific Mental health and wellness are topics that resonate deeply with many people, especially those who have faced personal struggles throughout their careers. One message I revisit often is: “If you don’t make time for your wellness, you[...]

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]]> Utility Corridors as Opportunities for Environmental Restoration https://acrt.com/articles/utility-corridors-as-opportunities-for-environmental-restoration/ Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:59:45 +0000 https://acrt.com/?p=4484 Utility Corridors as Opportunities for Environmental Restoration By Michael Marefka, restoration ecologist and vegetation services operations manager, EnviroScience Utility corridors, the cleared strips of land cast beneath power lines like well-manicured shadows, are a ubiquitous feature of our landscape. Transmission towers run through the outskirts of major metropolitan areas as regularly as they do through[...]

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]]> ACRT Services Announces CFO Brad Schroeder as Successor to CEO Michael Weidner Upon Retirement https://acrt.com/articles/acrt-services-announces-cfo-brad-schroeder-as-successor-to-ceo-michael-weidner-upon-retirement/ Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:28:42 +0000 https://acrt.com/?p=4480 ACRT Services Announces CFO Brad Schroeder as Successor to CEO Michael Weidner Upon Retirement Feb. 21, 2025 – Stow, Ohio – ACRT Services announced this week that Michael Weidner, Chief Executive Officer, has retired, effective Feb. 18, 2025. The Board of Directors has appointed Brad Schroeder, currently serving as Chief Financial Officer, as the interim[...]

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]]> Utility Resilience: Vegetation Management for Storm Response https://acrt.com/articles/utility-resilience-vegetation-management-for-storm-response/ Tue, 28 Jan 2025 05:13:28 +0000 https://acrt.com/?p=4455 Utility Resilience: Vegetation Management for Storm Response In the utility sector, ensuring the continuous delivery of electricity is paramount. A critical component of this reliability is effective utility vegetation management (UVM), which involves maintaining vegetation near power lines and infrastructure to prevent outages and hazards. During storms and emergencies, the importance of utility resilience and[...]

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]]> ACRT Consulting Utility Forester Recognized by USAF for Heroism https://acrt.com/articles/acrt-consulting-utility-forester-recognized-by-usaf-for-heroism/ Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:34:20 +0000 https://acrt.com/?p=4464 ACRT Consulting Utility Forester Recognized by USAF for Heroism Steve Skelton, an ACRT consulting utility forester (CUF) based in Pennsylvania, was recently awarded the Air and Space Commendation Medal for heroism after saving the lives of two elderly women on Jan. 12, 2025. Skelton, who doubles as a U.S. Air Force Reserve staff sergeant, serves[...]

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]]> Prioritizing Wildland Fire Safety in Utility Vegetation Management https://acrt.com/articles/prioritizing-wildland-fire-safety-in-uvm/ Tue, 21 Jan 2025 05:32:47 +0000 https://acrt.com/?p=4395 Prioritizing Wildland Fire Safety in Utility Vegetation Management Wildland fire safety is an essential priority for organizations in the utility vegetation management (UVM) industry. The threat of wildland fires continues to rise, with the 2021 fire season exemplifying the critical need for effective safety plans and proactive measures. With over 59,000 wildfires burning more than[...]

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]]> Crisis to Control: Emergency Preparedness in UVM https://acrt.com/articles/crisis-to-control-emergency-preparedness-in-uvm/ Tue, 14 Jan 2025 05:29:38 +0000 https://acrt.com/?p=4401 Crisis to Control: Emergency Preparedness in UVM In an era marked by increasing natural disasters, utility vegetation management (UVM) is at the forefront of protecting lives, property, and infrastructure. Emergencies like wildfires, hurricanes, and ice storms have underscored the importance of proactive planning, timely response, and community collaboration. Companies such as ACRT are setting benchmarks[...]

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]]> Identifying Tree Species: The Foundation of UVM https://acrt.com/articles/identifying-tree-species-the-foundation-of-uvm/ Tue, 07 Jan 2025 05:27:21 +0000 https://acrt.com/?p=4392 Identifying Tree Species: The Foundation of Utility Vegetation Management Properly identifying tree species is more than an essential skill for those in the green industry — it’s the bedrock of safety, efficiency, and professionalism in utility vegetation management (UVM). From ensuring customer trust to improving hazard mitigation and operational planning, mastering tree identification can significantly[...]

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]]> Economic Costs of Utility Disruptions: Why Preparedness Matters https://acrt.com/articles/economic-costs-of-utility-disruptions-why-preparedness-matters/ Mon, 06 Jan 2025 14:12:50 +0000 https://acrt.com/?p=4449 Economic Costs of Utility Disruptions: Why Preparedness Matters As climate-driven natural disasters increase in frequency and intensity, utility disruptions have become a growing concern for economies worldwide. Beyond the immediate inconvenience, power outages caused by hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and other extreme weather events impose significant economic costs. These costs ripple through households, businesses, and critical[...]

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]]> Work Auditing and Utility Foresters in Vegetation Management https://acrt.com/articles/work-auditing-and-utility-foresters-in-vegetation-management/ Fri, 03 Jan 2025 15:13:22 +0000 https://acrt.com/?p=4407 Work Auditing and Utility Foresters in Vegetation Management Effective work planning and auditing are essential components of utility vegetation management (UVM), ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of power delivery systems. Central to these processes is the role of the consulting utility forester (CUF), who bridges the gap between utility companies and vegetation management operations.[...]

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