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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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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Giving back for the holidays

OPPD employees work to help provide gifts, assistance and a little holiday cheer to members of the district's communities.

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OPPD board approves 2026 budget, rate proposal to support reliability

The $2.98 billion Corporate Operating Plan includes a 6.3% average rate adjustment and paves the way for crucial infrastructure investments.

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Electricity 101: Restoring power after outages

OPPD has a diligent approach to restoring power, and in this installment of Electricity 101, we take a look at how the process works.

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Top 10 biggest storms in OPPD history

This infographic looks at the 10 biggest storms OPPD has faced based on power outages. The most destructive ones may surprise you.

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