The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

Tips

Protect yourself from scammers

OPPD saw a sharp increase in scam calls last week, including some using a stolen recording of an actual OPPD message. These tips can help you avoid falling victim to a scammer.

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Scammers quick to capitalize on pandemic

Utility scammers found new, disturbing ways to try and take advantage of customers in 2020.

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General

Utility scam reports are at an all-time high and climbing

Customer reports of scam phone calls have skyrocketed in recent years, with no signs of slowing. Learn how OPPD is fighting back.

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Guard yourself – and your wallet – against scammers

Nov. 17-23 is Scam Awareness Week, and utility customers are often the target for scammers. Follow these tips to ensure you don’t fall victim.

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Powerful Life

Living his passion to help others

For Brian Kramer, a simple question – "What do you need?" – is the key to finding ways to help others, both at work and in the community.

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What It Takes

From storm recovery to rooftop solar, OPPD’s meter technicians stay busy

Meter techs' jobs will change and expand with the rise of advanced metering infrastructure. “It’s a really exciting time to be getting in this field."

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Tips

3 ways to identify a utility worker

Scammers don’t always hide behind a telephone. Sometimes they try to take advantage of customers by posing as utility employees.

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General

The language of OPPD customer service

OPPD is required to serve all customers, no matter what language they speak. Here’s how they do it.

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