The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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Summer heat and energy demand drive new OPPD load record 

The utility recently hit a peak load of 3,285 megawatts, the sixth consecutive new summer peak, underscoring the need for new generation and a reliable grid.

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OPPD expands service plan offerings

New offerings include a variety of optional plans that can help mitigate the cost of unexpected repairs involving electrical systems and appliances.

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Tips

These tips can help you keep your household prepared for emergencies

September is National Preparedness Month. Having an emergency plan in place and a disaster kit prepared can help keep your household safe.

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Are you enrolled in MyOPPD?

You can use the customer portal to track your electricity usage, set up notifications about outages, manage your bill and more.

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OPPD makes big dent in streetlight outage backlog

OPPD adjusts its approach to tackling streetlight outages, reducing the total number of outages across the metro.

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Is an electric vehicle right for you? We can help you decide

You should consider several factors when deciding whether to buy an EV, including: driving patterns, charging access, costs and personal priorities.

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