Winterization has begun at some Idaho Power campgrounds, and that means water to individual campsites at Hells Canyon and Copperfield parks is now off until spring. The U.S. Forest Service’s Hells Canyon Creek Visitors Center is also closed. Although Idaho […]
Know Before you Go: Water Shut Off for Winter at some Idaho Power Campsites
Energy-saving Tips for Fall
A new season has arrived, and cooler weather is right around the corner. Now is the perfect time to prepare your home for crisp fall weather. Idaho Power offers several energy efficiency tips to get your home ready for fall: […]
Watch for Power Lines, Farm Equipment and Cows
As farmers, field workers and homeowners enter the busy fall season, Idaho Power offers reminders to help everyone stay safe when working outside near electrical equipment. Be aware of overhead power lines, and assume all power lines are energized and […]
Students Get First-hand Look at STEM Careers at Swan Falls Dam Event
An innovative partnership between Idaho Power, Power Engineers and the College of Western Idaho brought students to Swan Falls Dam this week for an up-close look at potential careers involving drones, raptors, hydroelectric equipment and more. It was all part […]
Idaho Power Celebrates National Tradesmen Day
In honor of National Tradesmen Day on Sept. 15, Idaho Power acknowledges and celebrates their trades employees for being both masters of their craft and integral to the reliable, affordable service they provide across southern Idaho and eastern Oregon. From […]
National Preparedness Month: Take Stock Now — In Case Power Outages Occur
September is National Preparedness Month, and although Idaho Power keeps the lights on 99.9% of the time, the energy company reminds everyone to prepare for the unexpected. With the continued potential for late-summer storms and fall weather around the corner, […]
Test Drive an Electric Car!
Idaho Power will sponsor two Electric Car Guest Drives on Sept. 9 in Pocatello and Sept. 16 in Nampa. The events will feature electric vehicles (EV) from several manufacturers including Tesla, Ford, Kia and more. The event will be from […]
Idaho Power Nears Conclusion of Long-range Planning Process
The last in a series of meetings leading up to Idaho Power’s next long-range energy plan will take place Thursday, Aug. 31. Idaho Power and an advisory panel representing customer groups and regulators have met several times over the past […]
Stay Safe this Labor Day Weekend
If you’re looking to spend this Labor Day weekend recreating in nearby waters or campgrounds, Idaho Power has some safety information to keep in mind. Don’t wade, swim, fish or anchor your boat directly upstream or downstream from a dam, as […]
Powerhouse Museum at Swan Falls Open Two More Saturdays
The historic Swan Falls Powerhouse is open for free self-guided tours for two more Saturdays — Aug. 26 and Sept. 2 — before closing for the season. Swan Falls Dam, 20 miles south of Kuna, Idaho, was built in 1901 […]