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OPPD’s 26-acre arboretum is a popular spot for walkers (both canine and human), photographers and lovers of nature.

Posted on October 15, 2018December 20, 2018Author‌ Laura King-HomanCategories The big numberTags arboretum, community, environment, treesLeave a comment
Myth or fact? Electric vehicles

Myth or fact? Electric vehicles

We answer questions about electric vehicles and their impact on the environment, your bottom line.

Posted on September 6, 2018February 1, 2019Author‌ Laura King-HomanCategories UncategorizedTags electric vehicles, environment, products & services3 Comments
Muth making a difference at OPPD and for environment

Muth making a difference at OPPD and for environment

OPPD’s lead environmental auditor has found ways to spread her love of biology and the outdoors around the service territory.

Posted on September 3, 2018January 22, 2019Author‌ Jason KuiperCategories Oppd at workTags environment, oppd at work, OPPD employees, public powerLeave a comment
Try these four trees when planting this fall

Try these four trees when planting this fall

Think hardiness and color when selecting your tree, and you will get years of shade and beautiful fall color in return.

Posted on August 20, 2018December 7, 2018Author‌ Laura King-HomanCategories UncategorizedTags energy savings, environment, treesLeave a comment
Infographic: Wild about wildlife

Infographic: Wild about wildlife

OPPD properties coexist with a diverse mix of wildlife.

Posted on August 13, 2018August 20, 2018Author‌ Joe Comstock and Jason KuiperCategories UncategorizedTags environment, generationLeave a comment
Video: Shovels turn to start construction of Sholes facility

Video: Shovels turn to start construction of Sholes facility

The Sholes Wind Energy Center in northeast Nebraska will be OPPD’s newest wind farm, providing 160MW of renewable energy.

Format VideoPosted on July 30, 2018December 20, 2018Author‌ Laura King-Homan and Andrew RogerCategories Featured VideoTags environment, generation, renewables, wind power1 Comment
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2,000

WHAT IS IT? The number of pollinator seed plugs planted in May at the OPPD Arboretum. The plugs, which consist of native grasses

Posted on July 23, 2018January 21, 2019Author‌ Jason KuiperCategories The big numberTags big number, environment, OPPD employees1 Comment
Wash, dry, repeat

Wash, dry, repeat

A few simple steps can reduce the spread of the invasive zebra mussel in area waterways.

Posted on July 23, 2018December 17, 2018Author‌ Jodi BakerCategories UncategorizedTags environment, how does that workLeave a comment
Low emissions lead to prized status for plant

Low emissions lead to prized status for plant

A rigorous testing schedule ensures compliance and results at OPPD’s Nebraska City Station generation facility.

Posted on July 2, 2018January 21, 2019Author‌ Jason KuiperCategories UncategorizedTags environment, generation, Nebraska City Station1 Comment
6 simple facts about solar

6 simple facts about solar

Renewable solar energy is a hot topic in the media, but what exactly does “solar” mean?

Posted on July 2, 2018December 10, 2018Author‌ Laura King-HomanCategories UncategorizedTags environment, OPPD, renewables, solarLeave a comment

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