Nashville Electric Service Enhances Reliability Through Tree Trimming
NES Makes Progress With Reliability Efforts

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Nashville Electric Service (NES) is improving power reliability through enhanced tree trimming efforts in response to the severe storm on April 16. Analysis shows that circuits recently trimmed have experienced fewer outages, demonstrating the importance of maintaining clearance around power lines during storm seasons.
- 01The April 16 storm was the 11th largest in NES history, prompting the utility's response.
- 02Circuits that underwent recent tree trimming showed significant improvements in reliability and fewer tree-related outages.
- 03NES President and CEO Teresa Broyles-Aplin emphasized the importance of maintaining tree trimming cycles for reliable service.
- 04Customers receive notifications about planned trimming through postcards, emails, texts, and phone calls.
- 05NES' tree trimming efforts are guided by arborists and adhere to professional standards endorsed by the International Society of Arboriculture.
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As Nashville enters the spring storm season, Nashville Electric Service (NES) is actively enhancing its tree trimming efforts to improve power reliability. Following the severe storm on April 16, which ranked as the 11th largest storm in NES history, the utility conducted an analysis that demonstrated a positive correlation between recently trimmed circuits and reduced outages. NES President and CEO Teresa Broyles-Aplin stated, “The data demonstrates how greater clearance around lines and maintaining the tree trimming cycle is critical for serving our customers reliably.” To keep customers informed, NES provides detailed notifications regarding planned trimming through various channels including postcards, emails, and texts. A dedicated tree trimming hotline has also been established for customer inquiries. The trimming work is overseen by NES arborists, who ensure adherence to standards set by the International Society of Arboriculture. This initiative is part of NES’ broader “Four Pillars” strategy aimed at enhancing emergency management, customer communication, and long-term infrastructure improvements.
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These tree trimming efforts are designed to reduce power outages and improve service reliability for Nashville residents, especially during storm seasons.
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