What does a substation do?
Substations are a vital component of OPPD's electrical system. They play a key role in getting power from generating stations to customers.
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
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OPPD receives commendation for restoration work after hurricane
A team of 16 OPPD employees spent three days in Orlando in October, working to help restore power to about 83,400 Orlando Utilities Commission customers.
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How Does That Work?
Is your meter easy and safe to access?
OPPD meter technicians need to access customers' electric meters for a variety of reasons; these tips will help you make sure yours is unobstructed and safe to access.
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OPPD partners with Omaha firm
OPPD partners with Omaha firm
to add new natural gas generation
Kiewit Corporation will work with OPPD to add new natural gas generation units at Cass County Station and Turtle Creek Station in Sarpy County, bolstering reliability and resiliency.
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Putting students on the right path
OPPD’s partnership with Westview High School’s unique Sustainability Pathway provides a focus on career options and a pipeline for future employees.
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How Does That Work?
Why lowering your thermostat in the winter can help conserve electricity
Why does lowering your thermostat a few degrees help conserve electricity if your furnace uses natural gas? And does doing so really make much of a difference? We have answers.
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