Nebraska State Pulse

Omaha-area power constraints could limit Nebraska’s growth

Omaha-area power constraints could limit Nebraska’s growth

OPPD has less than 100 MW of near-term capacity for large new customers, while its queue includes thousands of megawatts of requests. Data-center demand and other projects put utility planning, ratepayer exposure, and Nebraska’s ability to attract jobs and investment in tension; OPPD’s 10-year plan is an important next signal.

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Updated Oct 30, 2026