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OPPD continues efforts on generation expansion
Feb 15, 2024 · OPPD’s latest plans will add 900 MW of simple cycle natural gas generation with fuel oil backup. The district has selected Siemens Energy to provide the new assets, including four SGT6-5000F combustion turbines, capable of producing 225 MW each.
Expansions will add 900 MW of new generation - OPPD - The Wire
Feb 13, 2024 · Omaha Public Power District has been working on plans to add a total of 2.5 gigawatts (GW) of power to its generation portfolio amid unprecedented growth in electricity usage. And during committee meetings Tuesday for its board of directors, the utility announced the latest step toward that goal.
OPPD board approves 2024 budget - OPPD - The Wire
OPPD’s board of directors approved a new, $2.1 billion budget on Thursday with a modest general rate increase to help maintain robust, reliable electrical service amid rising costs and growing customer demand.
OPPD working to restore power to thousands following the latest …
May 24, 2024 · Omaha Public Power District is responding to thousands of power outages across 11 counties following a round of strong overnight storms. The number of outages peaked at just over 17,100, with Douglas, Washington, Sarpy, and Saunders counties being the hardest hit.
A look back at the top 10 stories of 2023 - OPPD - The Wire
Jan 9, 2024 · 7. Board approves OPPD plan for substantial generation growth. OPPD’s Board of Directors approved the utility’s proposal nearly to nearly double the district’s maximum rated generation output by 2030 in response to rapidly rising demand. The solution will mean an estimated capital investment of more than $2 billion. 6.
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Aug 17, 2023 · OPPD remains committed to its Power with Purpose (PwP) generation expansion projects. To date, these include Turtle Creek Station (450 megawatts or MW), Standing Bear Lake Station (150 MW), and Platteview Solar (81 MW), with more renewables coming.
OPPD celebrates new renewable energy sources, wrestles with …
Oct 29, 2024 · A rapidly changing industry with record electricity demand is complicating Omaha Public Power District's task of meeting energy demand, reducing emissions and keeping rates affordable.
Modernized infrastructure, expanded customer offerings …
At their monthly meeting tonight, the Omaha Public Power District Board of Directors approved the utility’s $2.1 billion corporate operating plan for 2024. The plan includes a modest general rate increase to help maintain robust and reliable electrical service amid rising costs and growing customer demand.
OPPD Board of Directors pushes vote on $2 billion energy …
Jun 19, 2023 · OPPD's proposed $2 billion expansion is aimed at producing enough electricity to serve the Omaha area's power needs. The biggest single reason…
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