Idaho Power Company, a prominent utility provider in the United States, is 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 known for its commitment to renewable energy sources, including hydroelectric and wind power. With a focus on sustainability, Idaho Power has achieved significant milestones, such as being recognised for its energy efficiency programmes and innovative grid management solutions. The company’s dedication to providing reliable and affordable energy has solidified its position as a leader in the industry, earning accolades for its customer service and environmental stewardship.
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In 2023, Idaho Power reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 5,530,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Idaho Power's emissions intensity for electricity generation was reported at approximately 335.20 kg CO2e per MWh in 2023. This figure reflects the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its emissions, although no specific reduction targets have been established under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other frameworks. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, IDACORP, Inc., indicating a corporate family relationship that influences its sustainability reporting. Idaho Power's emissions data and performance metrics are derived from its own operations, ensuring a direct reflection of its environmental impact. Overall, while Idaho Power has made strides in tracking its emissions, further clarity on specific reduction commitments and initiatives would enhance its climate strategy.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 4,026,432,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 8,979,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Idaho Power is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.