Nebraska Conservation Voters

NCV protects Nebraska's natural legacy by educating voters, advocating for sound policies, and electing conservation champions. Formerly NLCV. #ActOnClimate

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"Long after wind power arrived in the state, large-scale solar energy is reaching Nebraska, with the first major project going on line next year. The 81-megawatt project will supply power to the OPPD through solar panels situated across 500 acres.” https://t.co/EmSfsrwd0J

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“OPPD Customer Assistance Program helps customers struggling financially by providing assistance in the form of a monthly bill credit.”
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For more information about today’s historic vote, please check out this article from Rural Radio: https://t.co/EHZnu9tpGU

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BIG NEWS! Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) voted earlier today to set a decarbonization goal of net-zero carbon by 2050, joining both Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) and Lincoln Electric System (LES) in committing to carbon neutrality.

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This would not have happened without your involvement and the actions you took to encourage your local representatives to transition our state’s electricity sector toward clean energy. #NetZeroNebraska

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Take a look at what we have planned for #NCVEducationWeek

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“... Climate change increased chances of the extreme heat occurring by at least 150 times, but likely much more.” https://t.co/Lr8GdF5x8x

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NCV will hold a photography contest as a part of NCV Education Week! You can begin submitting pictures today by emailing them to: [email protected]!
#NCVEducationWeek #NebraskaPhotographyContest

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Nebraska Conservation Voters will launch NCV Education Week beginning the week of August 1st!

Join us for 6 days of educational activities where we will learn about protecting Nebraska's environment!
#NCVWeek #EnvironmentalEducation #NebraskaEnvironment

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Recently, OPPD has set a goal of being 100% net-zero carbon by 2050 and voted to take into account climate change when making decisions. OPPD's new CEO, Javier Fernandez, will now be in charge of moving OPPD toward reaching these environmental goals.https://t.co/2388t7ow8H

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Solar panels are a great way to produce clean energy. Check out this graphic to see a simplified process of how it works!

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Do you want to help protect Nebraska’s Environment? Register as a volunteer with NCV! https://t.co/v8AacsCKp0

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Have you ever wondered how solar panels work? Check out this video to find out! https://t.co/W6Vxjsnq1h

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Join Conservation Nebraska tomorrow for a lesson in reading tree rings with Peter M. Brown of Rocky Mountain Tree-Ring Research. Click the link to register in advance! https://t.co/6imqO0hKiH

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Nebraska’s aquifers continue to recover from the 2012 drought. Check out this infographic!

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Some Nebraska aquifers have only recently shown recovery from the drought of 2012. During the drought, we saw an average drop of 2.54 ft in groundwater levels. Read more here: https://t.co/wJRRdlqqRA

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Do you want to learn about urban farming while enjoying some veggies? Join our sister organization, @ConservationNE for a Lunch and Learn event this Wednesday!

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Renewable energy represents a once-in-a-generation economic opportunity for rural communities. The #AmericanJobsPlan focuses on good paying jobs and clean, affordable energy. #BuildBackBetter