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Utah Weighs Data Center Impact | Salt Lake City News
Utah lawmakers are racing to regulate booming data centers amid fierce debate over water use and the Great Salt Lake’s future. While critics warn of environmental harm, citing the Colorado River as a cautionary tale, county officials tout potential economic benefits and promise eco-friendly designs. With no single agency overseeing these massive facilities, state leaders are calling for better coordination—and after public outcry over a major proposed project near the lake, the governor has stepped in with new guidelines. The goal? A balanced path forward that weighs growth against…
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