The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

Tips

Easy, inexpensive ways to boost
your home’s comfort this winter

Pulling on a sweater, snuggling under a blanket or turning on your space heater for a while can keep you cozy during the winter while keeping your costs under control.

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Tips

Tips to keep your holidays merry, bright and safe

Arlo Christensen, an OPPD safety expert, shares guidance for safely using holiday lights both inside and outside of your home.

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What It Takes

These specialists help keep OPPD field and plant workers safe

A team of highly qualified specialists uses training, communication, advocacy and years of experience to help safeguard employees' well-being.

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General

Simple step helps EVs power through the cold

Cold weather can cause a seasonal dip in an electric vehicle's performance. But battery preconditioning can help EVs power through the cold winter months.

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Electricity 101

Electricity 101: Ensuring a reliable electrical grid

The Southwest Power Pool manages the electrical grid for all or parts of 14 states, helping to ensure reliable power, adequate transmission and competitive prices.

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General

Budget proposal seeks to meet increased demand, costs

OPPD unveiled a budget and rate proposal to help keep pace with surging demand for electricity, rising costs and new regulations that will require even more generation.

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