The Wire’s top stories of 2025
Last year's top stories included a slew of new technology and tools for customers, the most destructive storm in OPPD's history, a new chick hatched at North Omaha Station and more.
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
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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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Turbine arrives at Turtle Creek Station
The 560,000-pound natural gas turbine traveled from Berlin to the power plant via ship, then rail, then a trailer half the length of a football field.
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OPPD announces latest round of Greener Together grant recipients
This year, all three nonprofit recipients will be using their grant funds for solar projects that support community resiliency.
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A new home for major outage updates
OPPD's new outage map provides a wealth of information. And now, during major outage events, you will find daily rolling updates right here on The Wire.
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Energy Efficiency Assistance Program makes a difference one home at a time
OPPD collaborates with community partners through its Energy Efficiency Assistance Program to help customers cover the costs of qualifying weatherization projects.
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