- The OPPD Board voted 6–2 to continue burning coal, delaying the promised transition to natural gas until at least 2028.
- Advocates and state leaders say the decision raises transparency concerns and question whether OPPD was truly on track to transition by 2026.
- The board also approved its 2026 budget, including an average electric rate increase of more than 6 percent.
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:
The North Omaha Power Station will continue burning coal, delaying its previously promised transition to natural gas after a vote by the OPPD Board of Directors.
The board’s decision to delay the transition surprised many who attended the utility’s meeting…