Engineer, handyman, powerlifter: OPPD’s Shane Hanson does it all
In his spare time, OPPD's engineering director can often be found working on home improvement projects or helping friends and family with projects of their own.
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
General
Public power: powering your life
Nebraska is the only state in the nation served entirely by public power. Learn about how public power benefits you as we mark Public Power Week and National Energy Awareness Month.
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Tips
Harvest safety: Keep an eye on power lines
As harvest season approaches, OPPD line technicians who also farm share safety guidelines for using equipment around power lines.
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General
OPPD celebrates Turtle Creek Station, its newest natural gas plant
Dozens of dignitaries, visitors and OPPD employees attended the ribbon-cutting for two new generation units at the station and a groundbreaking for the expansion of a third unit.
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What It Takes
Cable splicers use technical skills in tight quarters to ensure reliable power
Connecting and repairing high-voltage underground cables is a tough and technical job that demands teamwork and a keen focus on safety.
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General
New interactive map will provide quick, easy access to outage information
The new outage map will provide real-time information about areas experiencing outages, the total number of customers affected, the estimated time of power restoration and more.
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