The structures that support our transmission and distribution systems are not the structures of yesterday, the technologies associated with these structures are transforming the industry. The American Society of Civil Engineers and T&D World will partner on this supplement that focuses on the latest developments in new technologies, materials, codes, standards, and construction practices and how these items are redefining the power grid.

December

Ad Close: 10/17/2025
Material Due: 10/27/2025

Utilities are facing the wildfire challenge head on including mitigation, recovery and community relations. This supplement will cover the industry’s best practices in wildfire mitigation with topics such as vegetation management, equipment hardening, PSPS, and power restoration. New technology and case studies will be featured.

May

Ad Close: 3/24/2025
Material Due: 4/1/2025

Vegetation Management programs represent one of the largest recurring maintenance expenses for electric utility companies. Keeping trees and vegetation from conflicting with overhead conductors is a critical and expensive responsibility of all utility companies concerned about electric service reliability and fire mitigation. Partnering with the United Arborists Association on this supplement, T&D World will focus on successful vegetation management strategies that are being implemented by electric power utilities.

June

Ad Close: 4/18/2025
Material Due: 4/29/2025

This popular supplement focuses on productivity and safety of the utility field workforce and is published in conjunction with the International Lineman’s Rodeo. This year’s edition will feature a story on advances in line work. We will also highlight linemen who volunteer for overseas electrification projects. Also, we will have a spotlight on troublemen who make a difference in their own communities as troublemen and first responders. In addition, we will feature a story on best practices for storm restoration.

September

Ad Close: 7/21/2025
Material Due: 7/29/2025