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Idaho Utility Celebrates 125 Years, Brings New Peaker Plant Online

Key Takeaway

The commissioning of a new natural gas peaker plant by Idaho Falls Power underscores the continued reliance on dispatchable thermal generation for grid stability and meeting peak load requirements for large power consumers.

AI Summary

  • Idaho Falls Power, a utility celebrating 125 years, has formally launched a new natural gas-fired peaking generation plant.
  • The new peaker plant, brought online on December 4th, represents a significant investment in local grid reliability and capacity.
  • This project highlights the ongoing role of dispatchable thermal generation in meeting peak demand for utilities and large power consumers.

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Article Content

Idaho Falls Power celebrated the formal launch of a new natural gas-fired peaking generation plant on December 4, calling the occasion a “major milestone” in its 125-year history. The post Idaho Utility Celebrates 125 Years, Brings New Peaker Plant Online appeared first on POWER Magazine .