20230914Comments_1.pdf

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Subject: Comment on RMP IRP, Docket # PAC-E-23-10

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Dear Idaho Public U�li�es Commission,

I am deeply concerned about Rocky Mountain Power?s recently submited 2023 Integrated Resource
Plan (IRP), which does litle to reliably commit to reducing our state?s greenhouse gas emissions in a
cost-effec�ve manner. Instead, this plan maintains our reliance on fossil fuels by con�nuing to rely some
coal plants well past 2030 while conver�ng others to natural gas, which is infamous for vola�le price
swings. The plan also relies heavily on new nuclear power, which the company is sta�ng will be ?crucial?
for its transi�on off of fossil fuels. Nuclear hasn?t been a viable solu�on for our na�on's energy needs in
decades, and it faces significant hurdles before it can even be considered an op�on.

I strongly urge the Commission to consider these shortcomings when making a decision regarding Rocky
Mountain Power?s IRP. Please remember that it's the Idaho ratepayers who will be stuck paying the costs
when investments in risky technology like nuclear and carbon capture don?t bear fruit.Renewable
energy, like wind and solar, are both cost effec�ve and ready to roll out now. Let?s take advantage of this
moment and the opportuni�es in legisla�on like the Infla�on Reduc�on Act to bring real solu�ons here
to Idaho. I urge the Idaho Commission to not acknowledge the riskiest aspects of Rocky Mountain
Power?s plan, including con�nued reliance on coal, despite increasing federal regulatory pressure, and
unrealis�c op�mism that three first-of-their-kind nuclear facili�es will materialize on �me and on
budget.

Sincerely,

Amanda Lowe
1501 W Dewey St
Boise, ID 83702
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