Requests for Proposal
Wind Energy Solicitation
Transmission Cost Clarification
Questions and AnswersAs part of the company’s ongoing efforts to acquire additional renewable alternative energy resources, Idaho Power has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to purchase approximately 150 megawatts (MW) of additional wind-powered generation by 2012.
The need for this resource, identified in our 2006 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), was reaffirmed in the June 2008 IRP update.
With the passage of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (the economic stimulus package) and other events, Idaho Power may have an opportunity to acquire additional wind generation for its portfolio at competitive prices. To take advantage of the situation, we have accelerated the timing of the wind resource acquisition.
The company is issuing this RFP to wind-powered generation resource developers. Responses to the competitive solicitation are due by 5 p.m., June 12, 2009.
This solicitation integrates with our three-part company strategy — responsible energy planning, responsible development and protection of resources, and responsible energy use. The new resource will help the company maintain a balanced resource portfolio, allowing us to provide responsible, reliable, fair-priced electric services, today and tomorrow. This is our commitment to our customers, employees and shareowners, and this carbon-light resource is another way we demonstrate our commitment in action.
Construction on Horizon Wind Energy’s Elkhorn Project in Eastern Oregon.
Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
The Code of Business Conduct and Ethics describes the behavior we expect from every employee of IDACORP, Idaho Power, our subsidiaries and our officers and directors. The Code should be used as a resource for ethical decision making. Ultimately we need to act in the best interests of our shareholders, customers, employees and communities. Our reputation is our most valuable asset and each one of us
must act responsibly to protect our good name and earn our shareholders' trust.
Integrated Resource Plan
For a comprehensive look at Idaho Power’s present and future demands for electricity, as well as a plan for meeting those demands, see the our Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). The IRP addresses how we expect to meet our Idaho and Oregon customers’ growing electrical demand over the next 10 years.
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