A new, real-world testing tool for OPPD power plant technicians
An underground vault at Nebraska City Station allows the utility to evaluate how candidates for certain jobs react to working in confined spaces.
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Tag: generation
Electricity 101
Electricity 101: Generating power with different fuel sources
Using a variety of fuel sources helps OPPD provide reliable power in the most cost-effective manner possible.
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What It Takes
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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General
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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General
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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General
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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