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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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‘Mr. E’ hits a big student milestone

Energy Consultant Eric BenSalah, the master of OPPD’s Energy Education Program, recently taught his 10,000th student during a visit to Bell Elementary School in Papillion.

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Hitting the trail for neighbors in need

Runners and walkers showed up Saturday for the 19th annual Heat the Streets Run & Walk for Warmth to help raise money for utility assistance.

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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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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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A new neighborhood for many, with some help from OPPD crews

Habitat for Humanity of Omaha's new Bluestem Prairie development will offer homeownership opportunities for a variety of families.

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OPPD announces latest round of Greener Together grant recipients

This year, all three nonprofit recipients will be using their grant funds for solar projects that support community resiliency.

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