The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

Jason Kuiper

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Ensuring safety at Fort Calhoun Station

As decommissioning work continues, radiation protection technicians' roles change, but their overall goal – keeping people and the environment safe – remains the same.

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Thank a lineworker this week

April 18 is Lineworker Appreciation Day, a time to honor the employees whose vital work helps keep our lives powered and our communities growing.

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OPPD expanding air-flow spoiler use to help prevent galloping lines

When ice and wind combine, they can cause power lines to sway and jump, or "gallop," which can cause power outages. Air-flow spoilers help prevent that.

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These tips will help you stay safe during severe weather

March 25-29 is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Nebraska. It's a good time to brush up on some safety tips and make sure you're prepared for bad weather.

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Greener Together recipients aim to increase access to food, replace trees

Free Farm Syndicate and The Urban Bird & Nature Alliance are the latest recipients of funding from OPPD's Greener Together program.

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Two natural gas generating plants set to come online this summer

Standing Bear Lake and Turtle Creek stations represent the most significant additions to OPPD's generating fleet in more than 40 years.

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