The Lava Ridge Wind Project Receives Agency Approval, Paving the Way for Substantial Economic Benefits and Domestic Energy Production
Homegrown Energy for Idaho and the West
SOUTHERN IDAHO’S WIND ENERGY PROJECTS
Your input has molded the Lava Ridge Wind Project.
Your constructive engagement remains important to us as we approach the conclusion of this multi-year development phase. Through collaborative and respectful dialogue, we have molded the Lava Ridge Wind Project into its best version for Idaho.
Creating Domestic Energy Has Never Been More Important
Wind projects like Lava Ridge and Salmon Falls give Idaho another option to fill the enormous demand for energy as the economy continues to grow.
Creating homegrown energy puts America in control of our power supply – a win for consumers’ power bills, local economies, Idaho, and America.
Creating homegrown energy puts America in control of our power supply – a win for consumers’ power bills, local economies, Idaho, and America.


We’re Magic Valley Energy, an affiliate of leading U.S. energy company, LS Power
Just like Idaho’s agricultural and manufacturing industries, wind energy can become a major economic contributor to the state and serve power markets in Idaho and across the West. Magic Valley Energy’s projects will position Idaho as a leader in domestic energy production.
Since 1990, LS Power has been partnering with communities across North America to create lower-cost, cleaner energy solutions for consumers while improving the functionality, reliability, resiliency and efficiency of the aging transmission system.
Since 1990, LS Power has been partnering with communities across North America to create lower-cost, cleaner energy solutions for consumers while improving the functionality, reliability, resiliency and efficiency of the aging transmission system.
BENEFITING SOUTHERN IDAHO SCHOOLS, COUNTIES,
ROADS, AND LOCAL TAXING DISTRICT
Estimated Impact
By the Numbers
20
Permanent Jobs
700+
Construction Jobs
$1M+
Annual Tax Revenue
$10M+
Local Economic Impact
$1B
MVE Investment
Jobs | Economic Output | Tax Revenue | |
---|---|---|---|
Construction Period | 1,000+ | $800+ million | $125+ million |
Operations (Annually) | 40 | $23+ million | $6.3+ million |
Harnessing Southern Idaho’s Winds,
Another Step Toward A Balanced Energy Portfolio

Lava Ridge
The proposed 1000+ megawatt wind project is planned for federal land located in Jerome, Lincoln, and Minidoka Counties.

Salmon Falls
The proposed 800+ MW wind project is planned for federal land located in Twin Falls County.
Harnessing Southern Idaho’s Winds, Another Step Toward A Balanced Energy Portfolio

Lava Ridge
The proposed 1000+ megawatt wind project is planned for federal land located in Jerome, Lincoln, and Minidoka Counties.

Salmon Falls
The proposed 800+ MW wind project is planned for federal land located in Twin Falls County.
How Does It Work?
Wind + Transmission + Buyers = A New Export Market for Idaho

WIND
Southern Idaho boasts strong, consistent wind that will allow for a sustainable creation of energy.

TRANSMISSION LINES
Multiple existing and planned transmission pathways enable the delivery of wind energy to power markets across the West. Battery storage can be used to extend the supply during times when the wind isn’t blowing.

BUYERS
The majority of western U.S. states have specific and substantial clean energy goals to meet the regulatory, utility, or consumer driven need to incorporate renewable energy into their portfolios.
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SEE THE IMPACT
From an increase in tax revenue to sustainable, well-paid jobs for Magic Valley communities, these projects will have a lasting, positive impact.
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SEE THE COMMUNITY BENEFITS
From an increase in tax revenue to sustainable, well-paid jobs for Magic Valley communities, these projects will have a lasting, positive impact.
Our Promise to Idaho
JOBS
These projects are estimated to bring in tens of millions of dollars in labor income into south central Idaho through the construction phase. Ongoing operations will yield additional increases in employment providing around 40, well-paid, permanent jobs in Southern Idaho.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Magic Valley Energy believes in giving back to local nonprofits, cities and counties and partnering to address community challenges. We’re here to help.
SUSTAINABILITY
Wind power can be an efficient and sustainable way to produce energy while providing well-paid job opportunities, significant increases in tax revenues, and long-term economic and fiscal impacts for the area.
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