The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

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A look back at The Wire’s top 10 stories of 2023

Last year's top 10 stories included OPPD’s $2 billion plan for substantial generation growth, giving a shuttered Douglas County landfill new life as the home of a solar facility, and restoring power in sweltering northern Florida after Hurricane Idalia.

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OPPD preparing for first phase of landfill solar project

A feasibility study, scheduled to launch in December, will examine the details of the proposed project, which would be the first utility-scale solar installation on a capped landfill in Nebraska.

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Number of customers generating their own electricity continues to grow

OPPD issued its 2,000th customer-owned generation interconnection application Aug. 9, an important milestone for the utility.

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OPPD acquires rights to pursue potential solar project

The utility will pursue the possible development of an existing 310-megawatt solar project in York County to support growth.

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Interactive exhibits bring science to life at Kiewit Luminarium

OPPD partnered with the Luminarium to place 336 solar panels on the building’s roof. The array reflects OPPD's shift toward renewable energy and interest in encouraging students to consider careers in STEM fields.

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Solar rebate program expands

OPPD is offering $2,000 rebates for new customer-owned solar systems installed with an OPPD solar Trade Ally.

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