INFORMATIONAL MEETING: Wildfire Safety & Resilience
The Montana Public Service Commission will host an Informational Meeting on the subject of Wildfire Safety & Resilience as relates to electric transmission and distribution infrastructure. Specifically, business leaders from Epsilon Cable, Amp Jack, and CTC Global will explain innovative strategies for use of modified structures and advanced conductors that could reduce the risk of fires caused by overhead utility lines. In addition, Montana State Senator Daniel Zolnikov will join the meeting if he is available and discuss potential legislation regarding implementation of new powerline standards in high fire risk areas throughout Montana.
This meeting was requested by and will be chaired by Public Service Commissioner Randy Pinocci. As time permits, the Chair will facilitate Questions and Answers among those in attendance, both in person and on Zoom.
TOPIC: Wildfire Safety & Resilience (using modified structures and carbon-core advanced conductors to reduce wildfire risk)
DATE: Tuesday January 28, 2025
TIME: 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm (MST)
PLACE: Montana Public Service Commission (Bollinger Hearing Room)
1701 Prospect Ave, Helena, MT 59620
OPTIONS: Attend in person or via Zoom (register here)
DISCLAIMER: This is an Informational Meeting only. A quorum of Commissioners may be present at this meeting, but the Commission is not permitted to take action during Informational Meetings. The Montana Public Service Commission does not endorse any particular company and has not taken a position on legislation related to this subject.
The Commission regulates private investor-owned natural gas, electric, telephone, water, and sewer companies, certain motor carriers, and oversees natural gas pipeline safety and intrastate railroad safety. The Commission works to ensure that Montanans receive safe and reliable service from regulated public utilities while paying reasonable rates. For more information, visit psc.mt.gov or contact the Commission at 1-800-646-6150. Follow the Commission at x.com/MT_PSC or visit facebook.com/MontanaPSC.
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