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Tag: OPPD employees

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Youth Power Summit gives students
a look at paths to the future

Students learned about electricity, OPPD's sustainability efforts, STEM education and career opportunities in the energy field.

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Retirees give back for the holidays

OPPD retirees keep company values and friendships in their hearts while finding ways to be of service, including providing gifts to residents of assisted living communities.

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When music, marching band
and mechanical engineering meet

A love of music led Michal Lisowyj to a spot on a world-class marching band team. Now the senior renewable energy specialist at OPPD serves as coach for Millard West's marching band.

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OPPD, Habitat partnership
built on strong foundation

OPPD employees and retirees have volunteered with Habitat for Humanity of Omaha for 40 years and now collaborate on Rock the Block events, which help repair and beautify homes and neighborhoods.

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Honoring those who have served

In honor of Veterans Day, we talked to a few OPPD team members who have served our country. We asked them to share what inspired them to serve, what the day means to them, and more.

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Honoring an Arboretum ‘ambassador’

OPPD Forestry personnel recently planted a Colorado blue spruce at the OPPD Arboretum in memory of Donnie Norwood, a longtime caretaker.

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