Landscaping near electrical equipment
The plants you choose for your landscaping around this equipment should still allow OPPD crews to access the unit in the event of an outage or repair.
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Tag: reliability
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Helping eastern Nebraska shine for visitors and major events
For many major events in eastern Nebraska, including the College World Series, OPPD works quietly and proactively to ensure reliable power for everyone.
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OPPD partners with Kiewit to add new natural gas generationÂ
Kiewit Corporation will work with OPPD to add new natural gas generation units at Cass County Station and Turtle Creek Station in Sarpy County, bolstering reliability and resiliency.
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Preserving reliable, resilient power
Southwest Power Pool raises planning reserve margins for its member utilities, including OPPD, to maintain reliability amid extreme weather, surging demand for power.
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Attachment keeps power flowing — and squirrels going
OPPD uses 'squirrel guard' mechanisms in areas that are susceptible to animal interference with electrical equipment, which can cause power outages.
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Proactive measures help OPPD ensure reliable power through summer heat
Forecasters predict higher-than-usual temperatures this summer. OPPD plans and prepares carefully to help ensure power will remain reliable, resilient.
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