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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

Tag: generation

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They keep their eyes on the big picture

“They’re like the captain of the ship.” Unit operators at Nebraska City Station and North Omaha Station play vital roles in the delivery of reliable power.

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Rail line helps OPPD ensure reliability

The rail line, which runs from Lincoln to Nebraska City Station and has carried cargo since the 1800s, also helps keep transportation costs competitive.

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OPPD partners with Kiewit to add new natural gas generation 

Kiewit Corporation will work with OPPD to add new natural gas generation units at Cass County Station and Turtle Creek Station in Sarpy County, bolstering reliability and resiliency.

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The Wire’s top 10 stories of 2024

Last year's top 10 stories include generation growth, OPPD's first utility-scale solar project, a new addition to the top 10 biggest storms list and more.

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Preserving reliable, resilient power

Southwest Power Pool raises planning reserve margins for its member utilities, including OPPD, to maintain reliability amid extreme weather, surging demand for power.

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OPPD, Google join forces with NextEra on solar and battery project

The partnership will bring additional solar generation and battery storage to OPPD's portfolio to serve growing demand.

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