Omaha Public Power District on track for 20 percent renewable energy usage this year
The Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) is on track to meet its goal of deriving 20 percent of its retail energy sales from renewably energy by December, according toits monthly “Board Policy: Strategic Directive-7” report.
The monitoring report looked at the OPPD’s progress related to environmental impact. Along with being on track to meet this year’s goal, the report also found the OPPD is on track to meet its 2018 goal of 30 percent renewable energy retail sales, and is on track with its initiative to reduce peak demand.
The OPPD created a number of energy efficiency programs to reduce electricity consumption, which have proved effective in reducing peak demand to date. The OPPD has a goal of reducing peak demand by 300 megawatts by 2023.
The Cool Smart program has made the most significant impact to date, with 40,000 active subscribers. Other programs, such as HVAC Smart, are also showing success by encouraging customers to opt for more energy efficient technologies through rebates for energy-efficiency air conditioners and heat pumps. To date, the efforts are on track to decrease peak demand by 72 megawatts by the end of the year.
The OPPD board evaluates all monitoring reports and assesses utility compliance.
