What is the VTAs proposed state-wide fiber backbone network?
After examining the existing data transport backbone network in Vermont and the anticipated needs for a higher capacity and more reliable network in the future, the VTA determined, along with VELCO, some of the electric distribution utilities and Vermont Department of Information and Innovation, that creation of a new and enhanced high-capacity backbone data network is necessary for the economic future of Vermont. In addition to using available existing infrastructure where available, this network will involve construction of new or additional high-capacity fiber optic cables on the VELCO high voltage transmission system and on the electric utilities’ transmission system to all electric distribution substations. From the substations, fiber optic cables will be added to the electric distribution system to reach the end-users premises subject to the availability of federal stimulus funding and interconnection agreements with other service providers.
