The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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The raptors of OPPD are staying busy

The original falcons are expecting, and one of their offspring is down at Nebraska City Station. An intruder is challenging the Fort Calhoun Station ospreys, and the North Omaha Station ospreys are back.

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Powering the future, local economies 

Crews constructing renewable energy projects help boost local businesses, and the communities benefit from tax revenue once the projects are up and running.

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OPPD employee’s training kicked in when sinkhole swallowed vehicles

Alex Prine says OPPD's strong safety culture is a key reason he was prepared to help a driver escape from the sinkhole. “I think a lot of people would have done the same."

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You can help OPPD plan for eastern Nebraska’s energy future

Input from the public helps OPPD create a broad, high-level roadmap, known as an Integrated System Plan, to guide the utility’s work over the next decade.

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Is your home ready for spring?

It's a good time to take care of routine and seasonal maintenance. Even minor changes or fixes can make your home more energy efficient and help save you money.

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