Idaho Power
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:4,024,307 tCO2e (owned generation) + 1,502,603 tCO2e (purchased power) = 5,526,910 tCO2e total
Scope 1 Emissions:4,024,307 tCO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:1,502,603 tCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:54.85% (owned generation)
Total Energy Consumption:11,938,265 MWh (owned generation)
Water Consumption:369,027,016 gallons (consumptive)
Waste Generated:92,250 metric tons (hazardous waste)
Carbon Intensity:0.34 MT CO2e/Net MWh (owned generation)
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- More than half of our energy supply comes from carbon-free generation, including 36.8% from hydroelectric sources.
- Reduced carbon emissions intensity from Idaho Power-owned generation resources by 30% from 2005 to 2023 (midpoint of 2021-2025 goal).
- Carbon emissions intensity from all sources was 640 pounds per MWh in 2023—a 46% reduction from 2005.
Social Achievements
- Achieved zero catastrophic injuries or fatalities in 2023.
- Gave over $1.5 million in charitable contributions to communities.
- Maintained an 82% overall positivity score from the 2023 employee engagement survey.
Governance Achievements
- Achieved 16th consecutive year of earnings growth.
- Obtained Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity for B2H transmission line.
- Filed 2023 IRP with regulators.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Provide 100% clean energy by 2045.
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce overall carbon emissions intensity by 88% by 2030 (2023-2042 compared to 2005).
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce carbon emissions intensity from Idaho Power-owned generation resources by 35% (2021-2025 compared to 2005).
Environmental Challenges
- Below-normal water conditions and hydropower generation affecting carbon emission reduction targets.
- Wildfires posing a significant threat to grid infrastructure.
- Quagga mussels discovered in the Snake River, posing a threat to habitat and infrastructure.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implementing wildfire mitigation plan, including hardening the grid and developing a Public Safety Power Shutoff plan.
- Supporting Idaho State Department of Agriculture's plan to treat the Snake River to combat quagga mussels.
- Proactive grid maintenance and monitoring using technology like thermal imaging and drones.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Diversity Program supporting small, local, and diverse businesses.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Variable water supply
- Wildfires
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of renewable energy resources
- Investment in energy efficiency and demand response programs
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: EEI, SASB, TCFD