With the arrival of fall weather, Idaho Power offers these important reminders to help customers remain safe and prepared for outages. Idaho Power keeps the lights on 99.96% of the time, but weather-related outages can last longer. Sign up to […]
Be Prepared for Possible Power Outages with the Arrival of Fall Weather
Headed to an Idaho Power Campground? You May Need to Bring Water
Drinking water faucets and the fish cleaning station at Idaho Power’s C.J. Strike campgrounds have been shut down for the winter. Water remains available at campgrounds in Hells Canyon as temperatures have been moderate, but parks staff will winterize the […]
Watch Out for Phantom Load
Looking for a treat this Halloween? Find and reduce the phantom load in your home to save energy and money all year long. Phantom load — or standby power — comes from the many electronics that draw power even when […]
Idaho Power and Advisory Council Continue Work on 20-year Energy Plan
Work continues this week on Idaho Power’s 2021 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) with the latest meeting of the IRP Advisory Council (IRPAC). The purpose of this 20-year plan is to predict how much energy the company will need to serve […]
Drone Use Grows at Idaho Power, Improving Reliability and Promoting Fish Health
In the past five years, drones have helped Idaho Power prevent outages, count salmon spawning sites, document raptor nests, study fish, inspect power lines without disturbing farmland and more. And the company’s use of drones, officially known as unmanned aircraft […]
Wood River and Magic Valley Residents Can Enroll Now for Fall 2021 Shade Tree Project
Idaho Power’s Shade Tree Project encourages homeowners to plant shade trees to help shade their home, reduce energy use by up to 15% and improve local air and water quality. For a limited time, Idaho Power residential customers in Blaine, […]
Learn What Electric Vehicles Have to Offer During National Drive Electric Week
Want to cut your fuel cost in half and help the environment while doing so? It’s National Drive Electric Week, and Idaho Power is promoting the many benefits of all-electric vehicles (EV), including cost savings on fuel and zero tailpipe […]
Idaho Power Campgrounds Remain Open for Fall Camping
Autumn is a great time to visit one of Idaho Power’s campgrounds in Hells Canyon or at C.J. Strike Reservoir. Many campsites are booked with fall campers, so it’s a good idea to make a reservation online to ensure you […]
Get your home energy-fit for fall!
With the change in seasons tomorrow, now is an excellent time to prepare your home for cooler weather. Idaho Power offers the following tips to ensure your home is ready for the heating season: Replace or clean your furnace filters […]
Idaho Power Encourages Customers to Prepare for Possible Power Outages During National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month, and Idaho Power is reminding customers to be prepared for possible power outages year around. With wildfires still burning throughout the region and late-summer storms always a possibility, it’s important to prepare for potential power […]