Idaho Power employees across the Treasure Valley recently donated over 1,500 new and gently used children’s books to the United Way of Treasure Valley’s United We Read campaign. The annual book drive for local children from low-income families aims to […]
Congratulations to 4-year old Vivian Long of Star, winner of Idaho Power’s firework safety coloring contest. The contest was held throughout June to promote fire safety and teach kids the importance of staying safe near fireworks. Vivian added a bucket […]
Emergency assistance to help pay utility bills or rent is available for Idaho renters impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Depending on a household’s circumstances, up to 15 months of assistance may be available for Idaho renters who earn less than […]
Work continues next week on Idaho Power’s 2021 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) with the seventh 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 […]
Reliability is a central mission for Idaho Power. The company is proud to keep customers’ lights on and air conditioners humming 99.96% of the time. Rare as they are, outages can be a major inconvenience, especially if they occur during […]
Idaho Power continues to receive calls from customers reporting misleading statements from individuals selling rooftop solar panels. Common fraudulent tactics from door-to-door salespeople include individuals saying that Idaho Power sent them, that they work for Idaho Power or they are […]
Idaho Power works hard year-round to protect poles and other equipment from wildfire, and workers stand ready to respond quickly when events like the Mud Lick Fire near Salmon, Idaho, occur. Over the weekend, Idaho Power wrapped wooden poles near […]
Idaho Power recently worked with Mountain Rides Transportation Authority (MRTA), serving Blaine County, Idaho, to electrify their buses. This month, Mountain Rides will electrify four of their buses on their path to reduce carbon emissions in the Wood River Valley. […]
Idaho Power’s 2021 Summer Energy Efficiency Guide is now available. If you missed it in your local newspaper, you can always find it at idahopower.com. This season’s guide includes tips on using energy wisely this summer, reducing your energy footprint, […]
Are you planning any yard work that involves pruning trees or planting them? If so, Idaho Power has several important safety reminders. Never attempt to prune a tree near power lines. In fact, keep a distance of at least 10 […]