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Raft River Rural Electric Seeks Wildfire Mitigation Plan Approval

Raft River Rural Electric Co-op Inc. has submitted an application to the Idaho Public Utilities Commission seeking approval of its wildfire mitigation plan (WMP). The plan details the utility's efforts to reduce the risk of wildfires, as required by the Wildfire Standard of Care Act.

Idaho PUC Accepting Comments on Electric Utility Wildfire Mitigation Plan

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission is accepting public comments on Rocky Mountain Power's 2026-2028 wildfire mitigation plan. The plan, required by the Wildfire Standard of Care Act, aims to reduce wildfire risks associated with utility infrastructure. Comments are due by April 30, 2026.

Avista seeks rate increase for energy efficiency programs

Avista Utilities has applied to the Idaho Public Utilities Commission for a rate increase to fund energy efficiency programs. The proposed increase of approximately 7.7% would generate $25.2 million to cover past underfunding and future program costs. The Commission is accepting public comments until March 27, 2026.

Idaho PUC Schedules Workshop and Comment Deadline for Water Rate Increase

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has scheduled a workshop and set a comment deadline for CDS Stoneridge Utilities, LLC's application to increase water rates by 43 percent. The utility cites system deficiencies and lost revenue as reasons for the proposed increase. Written comments are due by May 7, 2026.

Avista Rate Increase Comment Deadline Extended for Energy Efficiency Programs

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has extended the public comment deadline for Avista Utilities' application seeking a rate increase to fund energy efficiency programs. The new deadline for submitting comments is April 10, 2026.