The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

Grant Schulte

Powerful Life

‘For me, volunteering is restorative’

Garry Floyd has a keen focus on being of service to his colleagues, company and community. A devoted volunteer, he embodies the spirit of International Volunteer Day, celebrated each year on Dec. 5.

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The rewards of careers in the trades

OPPD, M.U.D. partner on the annual Careers in Energy event to show students that utilities offer "a lot of different jobs for a lot of different people."

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OPPD rate proposal seeks to support reliability, system health

The utility is seeking a modest general rate increase in 2024; budget priorities include modernizing infrastructure and putting into place programs that allow customers to better manage their energy use.

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What It Takes

Crucial group helps restore power, keep crews safe

Distribution system operators have to think quickly, communicate clearly, multitask and solve problems – all while staying calm – to help restore power and ensure the safety of OPPD’s field workers.

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Agile gas turbines help meet growing demand for power

Natural gas turbines function similarly to jet engines; in fact, some of OPPD's gas turbines are modified jet engines that were originally designed for use in Boeing 737 planes.

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‘Mr. E’ dazzles with lessons on energy

OPPD's Eric BenSalah helps students learn about electricity using questions, hands-on projects and more than a couple dad jokes. It's all part of the utility’s Energy Education Program, which aims to make science and energy more relatable.

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