The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

Tag: reliability

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Power pole program boosts reliability

OPPD's Ground Line Inspection and Treatment program helps reduce power outages by ensuring that power poles are in good condition.

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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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Ice has weighty effect on power lines

See how OPPD prepares for the damaging effects of ice and wind on power lines - and how wind alone can be just as dangerous.

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Transmission line upgrade project begins soon

In the coming weeks, tree trimming crews will be working in several neighborhoods to prepare for OPPD to rebuild a transmission line.

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Drones give OPPD an eye in the sky

Drones are a big help for OPPD’s field workers, engineers and communications department, with so many uses that the utility has a group of in-house pilots who serve the district.

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The Wire’s top stories of 2022

The top 10 stories on The Wire last year include reaching an important Power with Purpose milestone, working to address the growing power needs in our communities, responding to soaring interest in residential solar, and watching an employee float his way to a Guinness World Record – in a pumpkin.

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