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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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New, high-tech filtration system helps protect small 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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Crews reach another major milestone at Fort Calhoun Station 

Crews recently demolished the plant’s containment housing, the last major structure at the site. OPPD will complete decommissioning later this year.

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The Wire’s top stories of 2025

Last year's top stories included a slew of new technology and tools for customers, the most destructive storm in OPPD's history, a new chick hatched at North Omaha Station and more.

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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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Electricity 101

Electricity 101: Questions? Send them our way

This week we conclude the inaugural episodes of this series; more episodes will follow later this year. In the meantime, we want to hear from you – send your questions about electricity our way!

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Electricity 101

What you need to know about portable home generators

You may be tempted to purchase a generator in the event of a power outage. Remember these tips to operate it safely.

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