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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

Tag: outreach

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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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Great music, zero waste at Maha

The Maha Festival, which moves downtown to Heartland of America Park at The RiverFront next year, achieved a zero-waste designation again this year.

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Making a difference in the community

OPPD employees embraced the power of community this month for Public Power Day of Giving. On June 16, several employees volunteered with Habitat for Humanity of Omaha, Food Bank for the Heartland and Heartland Hope Mission.

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Celebrating the planet and its future

OPPD joins Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations with a focus on environmental sustainability and renewable energy.

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Encouraging girls to get involved in engineering

OPPD's Women's Network and OPPD's Society of Engineers partner on Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day, encouraging students to consider education and career opportunities in the field.

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Students get the inside scoop on energy, utility jobs

OPPD and the Metropolitan Utilities District joined forces for OPPD’s annual Careers in Energy event. Employees from both companies visited Omaha's Westview High School to talk about the paths to and benefits of careers in energy and utilities.

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