Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Distribution system operators have to think quickly, communicate clearly, multitask and solve problems – all while staying calm – to help restore power and ensure the safety of OPPD’s field workers.
Read More >When storms cause outages, OPPD’s tree trimming crews focus on freeing power lines from tree limbs to help restore power. So whose job is it to clean up tree limbs once that work is done?
Read More >OPPD is testing twisted wires called T2 conductors in rural areas where power lines are prone to galloping. The configuration of the wires helps prevent ice buildup.
Read More >Researchers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are working on using lasers to create surfaces that could prevent ice from forming on power lines.
Read More >A number of things can cause an outage, including stormy weather, animals interfering with equipment, tree limbs in power lines and equipment trouble.
Read More >From major events to everyday tips, The Wire’s top 10 stories of 2021 provided important information and helpful suggestions.
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