Big upgrades are underway at OPPD’s Cass County Station
Crews are working swiftly to add new natural gas turbines at the station, which is also a key connection point for two major transmission line projects.
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
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Peregrine falcons use speed to feed
The avian equivalent of a fighter jet, peregrine falcons are the fastest members of the animal kingdom. When they dive to capture their prey, they can reach speeds of over 200 mph.
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What It Takes
Foresters help ensure reliable power
These OPPD specialists work with external tree trimming crews to prevent and minimize outages and help keep trees healthy.
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Bellevue transmission upgrades will boost reliability
The project includes new transmission and distribution lines, plus new and upgraded substations. The next public meeting on the project is Tuesday, July 14.
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A major transmission project milestone
Workers string power lines, including an ultra high voltage 345-kilovolt transmission line, across the Platte River near Louisiville, one of many projects in the works.
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OPPD team travels to Illinois to help restore power after damaging storm
The team helped restore power in Danville, about 140 miles south of Chicago. “We wanted to get out there and help as soon as we could.”
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