Idaho Power
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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Idaho Power's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Idaho Power reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,500,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 5,530,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This indicates a significant reliance on upstream emissions, with Scope 3 emissions primarily arising from purchased goods and services, employee commuting, and business travel. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The emissions intensity for electricity generated by Idaho Power was reported at approximately 335.20 kg CO2e per MWh in 2023, reflecting the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its environmental impact. Idaho Power's emissions data from previous years indicates a trend of high emissions, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at about 4,401,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has not specified any formal climate pledges or targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which suggests a potential area for future development in their climate strategy. Overall, while Idaho Power has made strides in tracking its emissions, the absence of clear reduction targets highlights the need for enhanced climate commitments moving forward.
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| 2018 | 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 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 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.
