IDAHO

ENERGY

FREEDOM

7 Bills

4+GW

5 years

45%

Bills Threatened Energy Development

New Generation Needed Soon

Average Project Timeline

Load
Growth

THE CHALLENGE

Access to affordable, reliable, and increasingly clean energy is crucial for Idaho’s thriving business landscape. Idaho businesses today benefit from some of the lowest electricity costs in the country, and the energy mix is rapidly becoming cleaner. However, significant challenges loom, including the need to plan for new generation to meet demand, navigating outdated siting and permitting processes, and the development and integration of new technologies. These factors could drive up electricity costs and threaten reliability. Recognizing these immense opportunities and potential risks, Idaho businesses are uniting under Idaho Energy Freedom (IEF) to ensure Idaho remains a top choice for living and conducting business.

MISSION

Idaho Energy Freedom’s mission is to amplify the voice of Idaho’s businesses by advocating for proper planning and investment to realize a reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy supply.

VISION

Harnessing Idaho’s exceptional energy resources to reclaim our role as the region’s energy hub—enabling growth, attracting new industries, and strengthening our business-friendly economy.

SUPPORTING IDAHO BUSINESSES

Launched in 2023, Idaho Energy Freedom unites Idaho businesses to advocate for reliable, affordable, and clean energy.

We empower Idahoans with policy insights, advocacy tools, and exclusive research to shape a sustainable energy future, while fostering networking opportunities and amplifying your voice in community and legislative discussions.

  • Access policy updates and research
  • Join advocacy efforts to influence energy decisions
  • Connect with energy leaders at exclusive events
  • Boost visibility through IEF presentations and ads
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CURRENT MEMBERS

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EVENTS

Featured Event Lunch & Learn

Forging Idaho’s Future Geothermal Policy Framework

Idaho heats its Statehouse with geothermal water, yet the state generates only about 11 megawatts (net) of geothermal power. The resource is not the constraint. Join the state’s minerals leasing program, a national developer, and a leading policy voice for a candid hour on leasing, permitting, and what it will take to move Idaho projects from lease to megawatt—ahead of BLM’s proposed November Idaho geothermal lease sale.

  • WhenWednesday, September 23, 2026
    12:00–1:30 p.m. MT
  • Where877 W. Main Street, Ste. 200, Boise
    or join by webinar
  • CostNo charge · lunch provided in person
  • RSVPRegister online
    Members and non-members welcome
Reserve Your Seat Event Details

Webinar access details are sent to registrants the day before the event.

Recent Events

Conversation with Cally Younger – Administrator of Idaho’s Office of Species, Mineral, Energy, Coordination (OSMEC)
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Idaho Energy Education Capitol Day & Business Reception
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Lunch & Learn: Idaho’s Role in the Western Energy Landscape
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Lunch & Learn: Energy & Transmission Siting in Idaho
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EVENT NEWS & RECAPS

Lunch & Learn: Energy and Transmission Siting in Idaho
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Transforming Lives and Energizing Futures: Idaho LAUNCH Webinar Highlights Success Stories
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IEF to host free webinar on clean energy jobs for Idaho youth 
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IEF Advisory Council Chairman Peter Richardson Tours Idaho Civic Groups
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ICYMI: A Summary of IEF’s Webinar on Indigenous Perspectives on Clean Energy
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Join IEF for our first webinar Dec. 1
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Idaho Energy Freedom Day

Learn more about our very first Idaho energy freedom day activities held in the state capital building in Boise Idaho.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Peter Richardson
President
Richardson Adams, PLLC
Kyle Unruh
Vice-President
Renewable Northwest
Ron Williams
Secretary / Treasurer

Hawley Troxell

Ethan Waltermire
Director
Bayer
Max Stein
Director
Clēnera
Scott Kringen
Director
Triple Oak Power
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