20260723Comments_7.pdf

From:Jennifer Lashinsky<[e-mail]>
Sent:Wednesday, July 22, 2026 4:57 PM
To: secretary<[e-mail]>
Subject: IPC-E-26-04 Gas Plants Public Comment
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Please reject Idaho Power's request to construct two new gas plants in southern Idaho.
These gas plants are expensive and risky, with fluctuating and increasing fuel costs into the
future, and are simply not in the public interest.
It is not certain that Idaho Power needs to build these plants as they rely on an uncertain
forecast of energy demands in 2030.
It is unclear Idaho Power can actually operate these gas plants because the pipelines are
full and building new lines is outside of the Company's power to control the timeline or
costs.
Battery storage is more affordable, keeps energy dollars in-state instead of importing gas
supplies, is quick to install, and does not pollute our air. Please put the onus on Big Tech to
build their own expensive energy facilities, and tell Idaho Power to focus on building
affordable, clean, and stable energy projects that don't pollute our air and raise our bills.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Lashinsky
505 West Broad Street,Apt 621
Boise, ID 83702
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From: Scott Runkel<[e-mail]>
Sent:Wednesday, July 22, 2026 5:05 PM
To: secretary<[e-mail]>
Subject: IPC-E-26-04 Gas Plants Public Comment
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Idahoans are unified in their desire to be powered by clean energy.We value clean air and
solar, wind, geothermal combined with batteries are reliable, cheap, and keep us from
being at the mercy of volatile fossil fuel prices. Please keep your 2045 pledge for 100%
clean energy.
Please reject Idaho Power's request to construct two new gas plants in southern Idaho.
These gas plants are expensive and risky, with fluctuating and increasing fuel costs into the
future, and are simply not in the public interest.
It is not certain that Idaho Power needs to build these plants as they rely on an uncertain
forecast of energy demands in 2030.
It is unclear Idaho Power can actually operate these gas plants because the pipelines are
full and building new lines is outside of the Company's power to control the timeline or
costs.
Battery storage is more affordable, keeps energy dollars in-state instead of importing gas
supplies, is quick to install, and does not pollute our air. Please put the onus on Big Tech to
build their own expensive energy facilities, and tell Idaho Power to focus on building
affordable, clean, and stable energy projects that don't pollute our air and raise our bills.
Sincerely,
Scott Runkel
1610 Northridge Drive
Haney, ID 83333
runkel161065bgmail.com
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From: David Whitacre <[e-mail]>
Sent:Wednesday, July 22, 2026 8:50 PM
To: secretary<[e-mail]>
Subject: IPC-E-26-04 Gas Plants Public Comment
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
I am categorically opposed to increasing energy demands anywhere in the developed
world. AND, all new energy supply projects MUST be independent of any fossil fuel use--
they must be fully solar and/or wind powered. Thus, I absolutely oppose Idaho Power's
proposal to build any new gas-burning power plants. Please,just forget about the whole
idea!
Sincerely,
David Whitacre, Boise
Please reject Idaho Power's request to construct two new gas plants in southern Idaho.
These gas plants are expensive and risky, with fluctuating and increasing fuel costs into the
future, and are simply not in the public interest.
It is not certain that Idaho Power needs to build these plants as they rely on an uncertain
forecast of energy demands in 2030.
It is unclear Idaho Power can actually operate these gas plants because the pipelines are
full and building new lines is outside of the Company's power to control the timeline or
costs.
Battery storage is more affordable, keeps energy dollars in-state instead of importing gas
supplies, is quick to install, and does not pollute our air. Please put the onus on Big Tech to
build their own expensive energy facilities, and tell Idaho Power to focus on building
affordable, clean, and stable energy projects that don't pollute our air and raise our bills.
Sincerely,
David Whitacre
5567 W. Clearview Ct.
Boise, ID 83703
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From:Jody Mahnken <[e-mail]>
Sent:Wednesday, July 22, 2026 9:43 PM
To: secretary<[e-mail]>
Subject: IPC-E-26-04 Gas Plants Public Comment
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
With all the sunshine in Idaho, Let us use SOLAR instead!
Please reject Idaho Power's request to construct two new gas plants in southern Idaho.
These gas plants are expensive and risky, with fluctuating and increasing fuel costs into the
future, and are simply not in the public interest.
It is not certain that Idaho Power needs to build these plants as they rely on an uncertain
forecast of energy demands in 2030.
It is unclear Idaho Power can actually operate these gas plants because the pipelines are
full and building new lines is outside of the Company's power to control the timeline or
costs.
Battery storage is more affordable, keeps energy dollars in-state instead of importing gas
supplies, is quick to install, and does not pollute our air. Please put the onus on Big Tech to
build their own expensive energy facilities, and tell Idaho Power to focus on building
affordable, clean, and stable energy projects that don't pollute our air and raise our bills.
Sincerely,
Jody Mahnken
4140 Oxbow Way
Boise, ID 83713
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From: Doris Autenrieth <[e-mail]>
Sent:Wednesday, July 22, 2026 9:49 PM
To: secretary<[e-mail]>
Subject: IPC-E-26-04 Gas Plants Public Comment
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
don't bow to pressure from possible data centers to go to gas power plants. You have been
so responsible to nature and what is best here in Idaho. Please don't abandon that posture!
I really have been proud of Idaho Power's good policies for providing energy in a clean and
responsible way. Do NOT CHANGE
Please reject Idaho Power's request to construct two new gas plants in southern Idaho.
These gas plants are expensive and risky, with fluctuating and increasing fuel costs into the
future, and are simply not in the public interest.
It is not certain that Idaho Power needs to build these plants as they rely on an uncertain
forecast of energy demands in 2030.
It is unclear Idaho Power can actually operate these gas plants because the pipelines are
full and building new lines is outside of the Company's power to control the timeline or
costs.
Battery storage is more affordable, keeps energy dollars in-state instead of importing gas
supplies, is quick to install, and does not pollute our air. Please put the onus on Big Tech to
build their own expensive energy facilities, and tell Idaho Power to focus on building
affordable, clean, and stable energy projects that don't pollute our air and raise our bills.
Sincerely,
Doris Autenrieth
4724 Mountlake St
Chubbuck, ID 83202
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From:will Dashiell<[e-mail]>
Sent:Wednesday, July 22, 2026 9:50 PM
To: secretary<[e-mail]>
Subject: IPC-E-26-04 Gas Plants Public Comment
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
With other clean energy options, please don't go 'back in time' to technology that is
unnecessary.
Please reject Idaho Power's request to construct two new gas plants in southern Idaho.
These gas plants are expensive and risky, with fluctuating and increasing fuel costs into the
future, and are simply not in the public interest.
It is not certain that Idaho Power needs to build these plants as they rely on an uncertain
forecast of energy demands in 2030.
It is unclear Idaho Power can actually operate these gas plants because the pipelines are
full and building new lines is outside of the Company's power to control the timeline or
costs.
Battery storage is more affordable, keeps energy dollars in-state instead of importing gas
supplies, is quick to install, and does not pollute our air. Please put the onus on Big Tech to
build their own expensive energy facilities, and tell Idaho Power to focus on building
affordable, clean, and stable energy projects that don't pollute our air and raise our bills.
Sincerely,
will Dashiell
526 reid
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814
powd a rgee k@gm a i l.co m
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From: LaVelle Gardner<[e-mail]>
Sent:Thursday, July 23, 2026 10:56 AM
To: secretary<[e-mail]>
Subject: IPC-E-26-04 Gas Plants Public Comment
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
When we are already battling with severely poor air quality, please reject this request and
stand up for the people of Idaho.
Please reject Idaho Power's request to construct two new gas plants in southern Idaho.
These gas plants are expensive and risky, with fluctuating and increasing fuel costs into the
future, and are simply not in the public interest.
It is not certain that Idaho Power needs to build these plants as they rely on an uncertain
forecast of energy demands in 2030.
It is unclear Idaho Power can actually operate these gas plants because the pipelines are
full and building new lines is outside of the Company's power to control the timeline or
costs.
Battery storage is more affordable, keeps energy dollars in-state instead of importing gas
supplies, is quick to install, and does not pollute our air. Please put the onus on Big Tech to
build their own expensive energy facilities, and tell Idaho Power to focus on building
affordable, clean, and stable energy projects that don't pollute our air and raise our bills.
Sincerely,
LaVelle Gardner
44 Ord Blvd
Nampa, ID 83651
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