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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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New solar project helps OPPD expand, diversify its generation portfolio 

OPPD, Sandhills Energy enter a power purchase agreement for the Burt County Solar Project, a 250-megawatt facility expected to go into service in 2029.

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OPPD finds ‘responsible path forward’ for solar project 

Sandhills Energy, a Nebraska-based developer, is assuming responsibility for development work for K-Junction Solar under a new agreement. 

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Powering the future, local economies 

Crews constructing renewable energy projects help boost local businesses, and the communities benefit from tax revenue once the projects are up and running.

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You can help OPPD plan for eastern Nebraska’s energy future

Input from the public helps OPPD create a broad, high-level roadmap, known as an Integrated System Plan, to guide the utility’s work over the next decade.

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New skills test helps OPPD find the next generation of steamfitters 

The assessment examines applicants’ skills, work ethic and attitude. “We’re not just testing for the right skills. We’re looking at how well we can work with the person.”

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Farmers see benefits for York County, families in proposed solar project

Tax revenue from K Junction Solar would support local schools at a time when many rural districts are consolidating. And leasing their land would help farmers in a notoriously tough industry. 

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