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Another Case for Undergrounding: Largest Wildfire in Texas History Caused…

A week and a half after the worst wildfire in Texas history began, Xcel Energy released a statement admitting that its equipment was the catalyst for this disaster.…

Michigan’s Consumers Energy to Bury 10 Miles of Power Lines…

Jackson, MI-based Consumers Energy received approval from state regulators last Friday to begin burying over 10 miles of power lines across six Michigan counties over the next year.…

Our Power Grid is Crumbling, and Undergrounding is the Answer

As the United States grapples with the challenges posed by an aging electrical grid, the importance of addressing infrastructure vulnerabilities is becoming more mainstream. The risks associated with…

PG&E Receives Approval for Undergrounding Projects from California Public Utilities…

In a November 16, 2023 announcement, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has committed to investing in Pacific Gas and Electric Company’s (PG&E) ambitious utilities undergrounding proposal. This…

Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Invests Heavily in Grid Resilience and Innovation

In a significant move towards strengthening America’s infrastructure and combating the impacts of climate change, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has allocated $10.5 billion to the Grid Resilience and…

SOO Green Transmission Line Gets Green Light from Iowa Regulators

The SOO Green transmission line project has achieved a significant milestone with its approval by Iowa regulators on September 13, 2023. The Iowa Utilities Board granted a franchise…

The Environmental Impact of Power Lines

Power lines are a ubiquitous part of our landscape, essential for transmitting electricity from power plants to our homes and businesses. However, above-ground power lines, while being cost-effective…

Preparing for Natural Disasters: How Utility Undergrounding Can Help

With extreme weather events and natural disasters on the rise both nationally and globally, it is more important than ever for communities to be prepared for disaster when…

As Hawaii Burns, the Case for Undergrounding Grows Stronger

For much of the month of August, the Hawaiian island of Maui has been the scene of unprecedented wildfire. The town of Lahaina has been particularly devastated, with…

Hurricane Ian Underscores Need for Utility Undergrounding

As one of the strongest hurricanes to make landfall in the United States, Hurricane Ian dealt a devastating blow to the western coast of Florida and other parts…