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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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Tips

3 ways to identify a utility worker

Scammers don’t always hide behind a telephone. Sometimes they try to take advantage of customers by posing as utility employees. These tips can help you identify a legitimate utility worker.

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General

Heat the Streets surpasses fundraising goal to help households in need

The 19th annual Heat the Streets Run & Walk for Warmth, which raises money for utility assistance, helps customers facing financial hardships who need support to get back on track.

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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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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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Energy Efficiency Assistance Program makes a difference one home at a time

OPPD collaborates with community partners through its Energy Efficiency Assistance Program to help customers cover the costs of qualifying weatherization projects.

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Electricity 101

Electricity 101: Energy efficiency and conservation

Energy efficiency and energy conservation are two different ways to achieve the same results: reduced energy usage and lower power bills. 

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