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The Utility Vegetation Management industry is vital to the safe and efficient delivery of basic utilities, and enables our modern way of life. If you are looking for information on our industry, or want to advance your career in UVM, you’ve come to the right place!

The UAA is a member-driven organization providing resources in industry news & information, networking, education, certification, events, and continuing education credits. See why over 5,000 industry professionals have chosen UAA:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UPCOMING EVENTS & FEATURES

UVM PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

College-level training for middle managers and leaders in utility vegetation management and an industry-recognized professional credential.

2026 RIGHTS-OF-WAY INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM

The 14th International Rights-of-Way Symposium will be held in the Spring of 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Save the date and we’ll see you there!

2023 TREES & UTILITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Save the Date for Trees and Utilities Sept. 12-14, 2023 in Pittsburgh, PA! This annual conference is the chief learning and engagement event for utility vegetation managers and associated urban forestry professionals. 

UAA SPOTLIGHT ON SAFETY

The UAA is dedicated to achieving a culture of safety in the Utility Vegetation Management Industry. Check out these helpful informational and video resources.

UPCOMING WEBINARS

Educational webinars are offered throughout the year to UAA members which allows for additional CEU’s. Please note the CEU’s are given only at the time of the webinar, similar to attending a conference.

THE UAA NELSEN MONEY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

This program provides various financial opportunities in support of college students through scholarships to foster a greater appreciation of the utility arboriculture industry.

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UAA Spotlight on Mariana Rodriguez

If you’ve watched the PSA sketch video series, “Safety First, Safety Always,” and “Environmental Stewardship” on the UAA’s YouTube Channel, you should know that these Spanish playlists exists thanks to the volunteer work of Mariana Rodriguez. Two years ago, Mariana...

En el “spotlight” de la UAA: Mariana Rodríguez, Contract Administration Project Manager, de Wright Service Corp.

Conozca a Mariana Rodríguez, quien traduce la serie de videos de seguridad de la UAA del inglés al español. Descubra por qué esta voluntaria y profesional de la UAA siente pasión por su carrera y qué influyó para que emigrara a los EE. UU. hace más de una docena de...

Association Happenings: March 2023

Trees & Utilities call for papers ends soon We’re looking for returning speakers and those interested in presenting for the first time at Trees & Utilities 2023 in Pittsburgh this fall. Send us your abstract for review before the March 15 deadline. Not sure...

Meet UAA Rising Star Shawn Huff

Shawn Huff was named the UAA’s 2022 Rising Star Award Winner.

Application submission for Nelsen Money Scholarships begins in February

The UAA will begin accepting applications in February for the annual Nelsen Money Memorial Scholarship Program. There are two awards available to qualified individuals – $2,500 and $1,200 – to cover program costs at an accredited college or university and attendance...

UAA Award Spotlight: Randall “Randy” Miller

When the UAA chose to honor Randall “Randy” Miller with the 2022 Utility Arborist Award, his contributions exceeded the qualifications to be nominated. This well-respected and experienced professional has left an indelible mark on the commercial and educational field...

Association Happenings: January 2023

T&D World Magazine Abstract Deadline: February 1 If you have an idea for an article for T&D World’s June 2023 Vegetation Management Supplement, we need to hear from you in the next three weeks. Send your abstracts by February 1, 2023 and include the following:...

Soon-to-be endangered bat species’ effect on IVM/UVM compliance

On November 29, 2022, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) issued a press release about the reclassification of the northern long-eared bat from a threatened to an endangered species under the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA). The species was originally...

Association Happenings: December 2022

"Giving Tuesday" Boosts Nelsen Money Scholarship Program More than $10,000 was raised toward the scholarship fund on Giving Tuesday, (November 29), which supports college students pursuing careers in natural resources. And to date this year, more than $16,000 has been...

Finding camaraderie and common ground at UAA Regional Meetings

Les Day, Safety Director for Mountain F. Enterprises, Inc. (MFE) made the trip to the 2022 UAA Western Regional Meeting – just as he has several times over the years. He has high praise for the event, which serves as a great way for vegetation management professionals...

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