Idaho Power
Idaho Power Company, commonly referred to as Idaho Power, is a leading utility provider headquartered in Boise, Idaho. Established in 1916, the company has grown to serve over 500,000 customers across southern Idaho and eastern Oregon, making it a key player in the energy sector. Specialising in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, Idaho Power is renowned for its commitment to sustainable energy solutions, including hydroelectric power and renewable resources. With a focus on innovation, Idaho Power has achieved significant milestones, such as the integration of advanced smart grid technologies. The company is recognised for its reliability and customer service, consistently ranking high in customer satisfaction surveys. As a forward-thinking utility, Idaho Power is dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint while ensuring a stable energy supply, solidifying its position as a trusted energy provider in the region.
DitchCarbon Score
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Idaho Power's score of 43 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Idaho Power's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Idaho Power reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5.53 million tonnes CO2e, comprising 4 million tonnes from Scope 1 emissions, 1.5 million tonnes from Scope 2 emissions, and 5.53 million tonnes from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 1.5 million tonnes, alongside emissions from business travel and employee commuting. Idaho Power has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint over the years. From a total of approximately 7.27 million tonnes CO2e in 2005, emissions have decreased significantly to 5.53 million tonnes in 2023. This represents a notable reduction in emissions intensity, with the company reporting an emissions intensity of about 160.63 gCO2e per MWh in 2023, down from 290 gCO2e per MWh in earlier years. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their recent reports, Idaho Power's ongoing efforts to lower emissions reflect a broader industry trend towards sustainability and climate responsibility. The company continues to focus on improving its operational efficiency and transitioning to cleaner energy sources to further mitigate its environmental impact.
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Add to project2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,957,324,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,964,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Idaho Power is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
