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When the lights go out, they've got your back. April 8 is National Lineman Appreciation Day.

When the lights go out, they’ve got your back

April 8, 2019, is National Lineman Appreciation Day Much like Nebraska’s tourism slogan, line work is honestly not for everyone. Long hours. Hot days. Cold nights. Potentially dangerous situations involving electricity. It is obvious that this job requires strength and... Read More...
Dawson Public Power District General Manager Gwen Kautz.

Between the lines: Customer survey

By Gwen Kautz, General Manager gkautz at dawsonpower.com 308-324-2386 Dawson PPD recently completed a survey of customers regarding service, reliability, rates and a variety of other things. We do these surveys every three to four years. The survey data was... Read More...
There are three main types of heat pump systems. Use the information below to determine the system that's best suited for your climate and home.Air-Source Heat PumpsMost commonly used heat pumpsMoves heat rather than converting it from a fuel like combustion heating systems doCan reduce heating costs by about 50 percent when compared to baseboard heaters or electric furnacesNewer, more efficient systems now offer legitimate space heating alternative in colder regions like the Northeast and Midwest. Note: If temperatures in your area drop below 10 to 25 F, you will need an auxiliary heating system (depending on the size of the system). Geothermal Heat PumpsInstallation can be pricey, but federal incentives may be available Move heat through pipes buried underground When compared to a conventional heating system, it can reduce energy use by 25 to 50 percent Effective in extreme climatesNot ideal for smaller lots and certain soil conditionsDuctless Mini-Split Heat PumpsEasier to install, quiet, small in sizeFlexible for heating and cooling individual rooms and smaller spacesNo energy loss through ductwork, which accounts for more than 30 percent of a home’s energy use for space heating/cooling. Heat pump systems should be installed by a licensed professional. Contact Dawson PPD for more information about options and our High Efficiency Heat Pump Incentive.Sources: Dept. of Energy and Consumer Reports

Types of Heat Pumps

There are three main types of heat pump systems. Use the information below to determine the system that’s best suited for your climate and home. Air-Source Heat Pumps Most commonly used heat pumps Moves heat rather than converting it from... Read More...
A DPPD lineworker wades through flood waters to access electrical equipment.

Power outage updates

This post was created to update the media and Dawson PPD’s customers about power outages within Dawson PPD’s territory March 13 – 15, 2019. Refresh your browser to see the most recent update. 3/15 at 11:00 a.m.: Dawson PPD’s contracted... Read More...

Rate changes set for April 1

The Dawson PPD Board of Directors approved a $1 Distribution Charge increase for residential customers and stock wells at the February board meeting. The changes will go into effect beginning April 1. March 2019 Read More...
You want to take better control of your electricity bill, but where to start? Before you replace the windows and unplug everything electric in your home, consult your digital energy assistants first. Who are these assistants? Meet SmartHub and Energy Audit. These handy helpers are the key to unlocking energy savings.

Meet your digital energy assistants

You want to take better control of your electricity bill, but where to start? Before you replace the windows and unplug everything electric in your home, consult your digital energy assistants first. Who are these assistants? Meet SmartHub and Energy... Read More...
Dawson Public Power District General Manager Gwen Kautz.

Between the lines: The Green New Deal

By Gwen Kautz, General Manager gkautz at dawsonpower.com 308-324-2386 If you haven’t caught the news reports, you may have missed one of the most audacious and ridiculous plans unfold via a newly elected official. I’m talking about the “Green New... Read More...

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