The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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Public power: powering your life

Nebraska is the only state in the nation served entirely by public power. Learn about how public power benefits you as we mark Public Power Week and National Energy Awareness Month.

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OPPD embraces newer, more efficient way to bring power to neighborhoods

The utility is switching to front-lot ducted service, which means housing developers install duct systems in front yards to hold electrical wires. Previously, OPPD buried wires in backyards.

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What It Takes

Balancing supply and demand

Energy marketers at OPPD work around the clock to help ensure reliable, affordable power for people in OPPD’s service territory and far beyond.

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The rewards of careers in the trades

OPPD, M.U.D. partner on the annual Careers in Energy event to show students that utilities offer "a lot of different jobs for a lot of different people."

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How Does That Work?

What you need to know about the Southwest Power Pool

OPPD and Nebraska’s other electric utilities benefit from being part of a diverse and wide-ranging regional transmission organization.

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OPPD again designated as Smart Energy Provider

The Smart Energy Provider designation recognizes utilities for their efforts in areas including energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainability.

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