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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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OPPD leading the way on battery technology in Nebraska

OPPD's partnership in a new solar-and-battery facility, known as the Pierce County Energy Center, includes the largest battery facility under construction in Nebraska at this time. 

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Do you have a power outage checklist?

Use this information so you can be prepared if you lose power during an outage. The first step? Report your outage.

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OPPD creates new alliance to help utility build more quickly, efficiently

The long-term alliance focuses on critical transmission and substation work with an eye toward consistency, efficiency and flexibility.

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5 reasons to download the new MyOPPD app

The new app provides on-the-go access to a wealth of information. Set your preferences now to receive automatic updates about outages.

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This week: Celebrating Thomas Edison

The prolific American inventor – born Feb. 11, 1847 – was also the grandfather of the electric utility system and early advocate for renewable energy.

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Mutual aid offers OPPD big benefits, plus the chance to help other utilities

Through mutual aid partnerships, utilities and qualified electrical contractors send workers to hard-hit areas to help speed the restoration of power. 

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