What is Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM)?
IVM is a methodology of using several techniques to manage our power lines rights-of-way. This may include mechanical equipment, manual work, and selective herbicides. The intent is to selectively control incompatible plant species while preserving low growing grasses, herbs and woody shrubs. With proper management, the low growing vegetation eventually dominates the right-of-way and retards the growth of the tall growing vegetation. This provides control of incompatible plants and reduces the need for future treatments. Studies show this type of meadow-like setting will enhance wildlife habitat by promoting vegetation preferred by birds, deer and other small animals.
