Power purchase agreements help ensure reliable, sustainable power
The agreements allow utilities to purchase generation from facilities such as wind and solar farms, reducing the amount of money OPPD has to spend to build new facilities.
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
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Infographic: Anatomy of a power pole
Power poles are the background of the electricity distribution system, supporting thousands of miles of power lines.
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Padmount transformer
That green box in your back yard serves a very important purpose in delivering power to your home.
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Uncommon objects can interfere with power lines
Balloons? A trampoline? Yep, these things can cause power outages and damage equipment. Use these tips to help prevent such items from going airborne.
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Why can birds safely sit on power lines?
A bird's ability to safely sit on power lines comes down to the way it's perched.
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What causes ‘circuit trips’?
A number of things can cause an outage, including stormy weather, animals interfering with equipment, tree limbs in power lines and equipment trouble.
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