EXHIBIT 23(B)


INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' CONSENT


We consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statement No.
333-102727 of Nevada Power Company on Form S-4 of our report dated February 28,
2003 appearing in this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Nevada Power Company for
the year ended December 31, 2002.

Deloitte & Touche LLP

Reno, Nevada
March 26, 2002