White Pine Power | Proposed 600 MW Combined-Cycle Natural Gas Plant in Idaho

White Pine Power

A proposed 600 MW combined-cycle
natural gas power plant.

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Site & Location

Rathdrum, Idaho

CountyKootenai County
RegionIdaho Panhandle
Project Status

The project is currently working through its early design and development as well as preparing permitting and regulatory applications.

Why This Project

The Pacific Northwest needs reliable power, now more than ever.

A Widening Supply Gap

A 2026 independent analysis commissioned by regional utilities documents a growing gap between available generation and rising demand, especially during extreme weather when reliable power matters most.

Firm, Around the Clock Capacity

A 600 MW combined cycle facility in Rathdrum would provide firm, dispatchable power that renewable sources alone cannot guarantee, ensuring the grid stays stable when demand peaks and weather is uncooperative.

Affordable, Stable Energy

Local generation reduces exposure to volatile wholesale electricity markets that drive up costs for families and businesses throughout the region.

Project impact

This project is about serving Northwest communities with the reliable and affordable energy they will need in the years ahead.

Project Timeline

Early Design and Development
The project team is finalizing site studies, technical configuration, and early stakeholder engagement.
Permitting and Regulatory Filings
Submission of required applications to applicable Idaho state and federal regulatory authorities.
Securing Final Permits
Response and education regarding any public comments and securing final local, state, and federal permits.
Construction Start
Pending all required approvals, construction is targeted to begin following the regulatory review period.

Contact Us

  • Project Email
    info@whitepinepower.com
  • Phone
    (208) 264-4571
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