by ann | Oct 9, 2026 | Energy Saving Tips
In 1906, the Pennsylvania Railroad began using the first battery-powered industrial truck to move baggage between platforms, speeding the loading and unloading of passenger trains. Often nicknamed the “Electric Porter,” this equipment became the original...
by ann | Sep 16, 2026 | Energy Saving Tips
According to Consumer Reports, 2018 was the first automotive production year when more new models were equipped with light-emitting diode (LED) headlights than halogen or high-intensity discharge (HID) headlights. Today, all new electric and hybrid vehicles are...
by ann | Aug 17, 2026 | Energy Saving Tips
If you have traveled from Nebraska’s panhandle towards the southeast in the middle of summer, you likely know it can be a long and hot road trip. However, the further south and east you travel, you will probably notice that it is not only the temperature that is...
by ann | Jul 24, 2026 | Energy Saving Tips
The dog days of summer are settling in and it doesn’t look like they’re heading out anytime soon. NPPD and your local public power utility want to give you a quick reminder that there are some simple, easy ways to save energy — and save a little money — while still...
by ann | Jul 14, 2026 | Energy Saving Tips
According to data from the Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute, more U.S. homes purchased heat pumps than traditional gas furnaces combined with central air-conditioner (AC) systems for the last four years. Though sales in 2025 declined nearly...
by ann | Jun 12, 2026 | Energy Saving Tips
Andreas Stihl became known as “The Father of the Modern Chainsaw” when he patented and began production of his first electric-powered unit in 1926. While advertised as portable, the saw weighed a whopping 116 pounds. Surprisingly, the first gas-powered chainsaw was...
