The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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5 tips for electrical safety at home

May is National Electrical Safety Month. These tips can help keep you and your home safe from electrical fires and other accidents.

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Choosing a home with energy in mind

Whether you're buying or renting, use these tips to help ensure your new home will be safe and energy-efficient.

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Does your home need an energy audit?

An energy audit can give you insight into your home's energy efficiency and can help you make changes to conserve energy, increase energy efficiency and save money.

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OPPD allows key agreement for York County project to expire

OPPD officials say continued York County time delays and the county’s proposed solar regulations create substantial barriers to development.

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The raptors of OPPD are staying busy

The original falcons are expecting, and one of their offspring is down at Nebraska City Station. An intruder is challenging the Fort Calhoun Station ospreys, and the North Omaha Station ospreys are back.

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Powering the future, local economies 

Crews constructing renewable energy projects help boost local businesses, and the communities benefit from tax revenue once the projects are up and running.

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