Tag: reliability

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OPPD partners with Kiewit to add new natural gas generation

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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OPPD expanding air-flow spoiler use to help prevent galloping lines

When ice and wind combine, they can cause power lines to sway and jump, or "gallop," which can cause power outages. Air-flow spoilers help prevent that.

How Does That Work?

Video: Do you know the difference between types of power lines?

Transmission lines and distribution power lines have unique jobs within the electric system. Watch this video to learn more.

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