Simple step helps EVs power through the cold
Cold weather can cause a seasonal dip in an electric vehicle's performance. But battery preconditioning can help EVs power through the cold winter months.
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Tips
Easy, inexpensive ways to boost
Easy, inexpensive ways to boost
your home’s comfort this winter
Pulling on a sweater, snuggling under a blanket or turning on your space heater for a while can keep you cozy during the winter while keeping your costs under control.
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Tips
Tips to keep your holidays merry, bright and safe
Arlo Christensen, an OPPD safety expert, shares guidance for safely using holiday lights both inside and outside of your home.
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What It Takes
These specialists help keep OPPD field and plant workers safe
A team of highly qualified specialists uses training, communication, advocacy and years of experience to help safeguard employees' well-being.
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Electricity 101
Electricity 101: Ensuring a reliable electrical grid
The Southwest Power Pool manages the electrical grid for all or parts of 14 states, helping to ensure reliable power, adequate transmission and competitive prices.
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General
Budget proposal seeks to meet increased demand, costs
OPPD unveiled a budget and rate proposal to help keep pace with surging demand for electricity, rising costs and new regulations that will require even more generation.
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General
New map makes it easier to report streetlight outages
The simplified process for reporting streetlight outages is available to customers across the district. And now customers can track progress on repairs, as well.
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General
OPPD’s Standing Bear Lake Station begins commercial operation
The utility’s newest power plant, capable of producing 150 megawatts of electricity, is part of OPPD’s efforts to expand and diversify its energy portfolio.
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