The Idaho Office of Energy Resources requested that the Center for Advanced Energy Studies' Energy Policy Institute provide an analysis of Washington State's Senate Bill 5101 (SB5101), with a particular emphasis on its possible applicability to Idaho. SB5101's major component is an incentive for...

A team of researchers developed the first U.S. economic input-output analysis model and resulting impacts for small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) in 2009-2010. The team sought to answer the question, “What are the potential impacts of the manufacture, construction, and operation of SMRs in...

The purpose of this document is to inform members of the public who are involved in a study of their preferences for ways that Idaho can meet future electricity demand. It is intended to provide only a baseline of information and was written to intentionally not lead the reader to specific...

Population growth, increased energy demand, and the expansion of renewably generated electricity require the modernization of the electric grid to ensure its reliability and meet future needs. Upgrades and new electric transmission lines are necessary, but the siting of lines is complex....

Energy efficiency is recognized as one of the nation's most valuable untapped energy resources.The National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency states, “Improving energy efficiency in our homes, businesses, governments, and industries … is one of the most constructive, cost effective ways to...