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Idaho Falls Power celebrates 125 years of community energy with ribbon cutting for new Peaking Plant
Today marked a historic moment for our community-owned utility as Idaho Falls Power celebrated the formal launching of its new natural gas peaking generation plant. This represents a major milestone in its 125-year legacy of reliable, affordable energy. “Since lighting the city’s first streetlamp more than a century ago, Idaho Falls Power has upheld a commitment to innovation, fiscal responsibility and low electricity rates,” said Mayor Casper. “This new facility carries that tradition forward.”
Idaho Falls Power Marks 125 Years of Community Energy with Ribbon Cutting for New Peaking Plant
Dec 04, 2025 marks a historic milestone for Idaho Falls Power (IFP) as the community-owned utility celebrates the official launch of its new Peaking Plant, an investment that strengthens local energy reliability while honoring 125 years of public-power tradition.
City of Idaho Falls signs long-term agreement to keep local energy affordable and reliable
After three years of negotiations with the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), Idaho Falls city leaders approved a 20-year power supply contract that will continue to keep local electric rates stable and affordable for years to come.
Idaho Falls Power Celebrates 125 Years of Serving the Community
This year marks an incredible milestone for Idaho Falls Power. We are celebrating 125 years of providing reliable, community-owned power to the residents and businesses of Idaho Falls!
Water levels to lower on the Snake River at the City Plant facilities for underwater dam inspection
Tourists, residents, boaters, and outdoor enthusiasts are advised that water levels on the Snake River near the City Plant in Idaho Falls will be temporarily lowered starting the week of September 22 to allow for an underwater inspection of the hydroelectric facilities at the City Plant. The inspection is anticipated to last several days.
Improved Cedar Point Boat Launch Allows for Easier River Access
Idaho Falls Power, in partnership with Idaho Department of Fish and Game, is proud to announce the successful completion of significant improvements to the Cedar Point Boat Launch, located south of the Gem State Dam. This collaborative project enhances recreational access to the Snake River and supports ongoing efforts to provide close outdoor community recreation opportunities.
New interactive exhibit teaches local community about hydropower
Idaho Falls Power and the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), with support from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Water Power Technologies Office, have unveiled a new interactive exhibit in the city’s Heritage Park. The exhibit will promote understanding of hydropower and its importance to regional power generation.
Hydropower Exhibit Ribbon Cutting - August 28, 2025
Join the Idaho National Lab (INL) and Idaho Falls Power to celebrate the construction of a new hydropower exhibit.
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2025
- Idaho Falls Power celebrates 125 years of community energy with ribbon cutting for new Peaking Plant
- Idaho Falls Power Marks 125 Years of Community Energy with Ribbon Cutting for New Peaking Plant
- City of Idaho Falls signs long-term agreement to keep local energy affordable and reliable
- Idaho Falls Power Celebrates 125 Years of Serving the Community
- Water levels to lower on the Snake River at the City Plant facilities for underwater dam inspection
- Improved Cedar Point Boat Launch Allows for Easier River Access
- New interactive exhibit teaches local community about hydropower
- Hydropower Exhibit Ribbon Cutting - August 28, 2025
- Customer Survey: We Want to Hear from You — With a Chance to Win Prizes
- Fish Studies to Begin Next Week for Idaho Falls Power Dam Relicensing
- Peaking Plant Project Update
- Idaho Falls Power continues to make Strides on Relicensing Efforts
- Bear Prairie Leaving Idaho Falls Power For New Industry Role
- 2025 ICUA Youth Rally & Scholarship
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