Community solar facility taking shape in Washington County
Historic flooding delayed construction, but the solar array is on track for completion in the fall, ready to supply renewable energy to participating customers.
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Tag: renewables
General
For first time, renewable generation exceeds coal nationwide
The amount of electricity coming from renewables reached 23% in April, influenced by many factors.
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Leading the Way
Methane plant turns your trash into your power
OPPD, together with Waste Management of Nebraska, Inc., has been converting landfill trash into reliable electricity since 2002.
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Profiles
Kennedy’s role involves exploring energy solutions
Courtney Kennedy and her team evaluate and research alternative energy resources that make sense for OPPD customers.
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Leading the Way
OPPD solar program has sold out, waitlist has begun
Customers met the utility’s first foray into solar energy with enthusiasm. All shares available for the program sold out in 49 days.
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How Does That Work?
Solar panels
In order to generate electricity, the science of solar power is all about sandwiching layers of semi-conducting material to create an electric field.
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