The Economics
The economics of long-term pole management.
Two sources of value fund the program: lower lifetime maintenance and replacement costs, and better-managed joint-use revenue on the same poles.
The two levers
Better-managed joint-use revenue.
Identify and bill every attachment, align pricing to regulated rates, and add new authorized attachers to available space on the poles.
Lower lifetime maintenance and replacement costs.
Earlier inspection, treatment, and restoration can extend the life of viable poles, reducing unnecessary replacements and long-term maintenance costs.
Better pole economics fund the program and lower expected costs for our customers.
By reducing lifecycle costs and improving joint-use revenue and compliance, PoleCo creates the financial capacity to:
- (i)fund an accelerated and improved pole hardening program,
- (ii)offer an upfront payment, and
- (iii)offer a program that costs less than the customer’s expected maintenance and replacement spend.
Upfront capital. Lower annual pole costs.
At the outset.
PoleCo can provide upfront capital that you can redirect toward other priorities.
Over time.
PoleCo manages your pole program for an annual fee designed to be lower than your expected maintenance and replacement costs.
Where Owners Put the Value
- Accelerated pole strengthening
- Wildfire and storm hardening
- Expanded vegetation management
- Undergrounding
- Workforce and apprenticeship programs
- Customer affordability
Illustrative. Individual results vary based on fleet condition, attachment agreements, and program scope.