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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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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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Take a run or walk to help support families in need of utility assistance

As we observe National Energy Assistance Day, we invite you to participate in Heat the Streets next month, the largest fundraiser for OPPD's Energy Assistance Program.

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These tips can help you stay safe, warm when wind chills plummet

If you have to go outside when wind chills are dangerously low, follow these tips and guidelines to stay safe.

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New, high-tech filtration system helps protect Missouri River fish 

When small fish get swept into the plant's cooling water intake current, the new fish filtration system will scoop them up and safely deliver them back to the Missouri River.

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