Gov. Cox issues executive order on 'evaluation and development' of data centers

Name: Gov. Cox issues executive order on 'evaluation and development' of data centers
Uploaded: 2026-05-29T17:10:56.000Z
Duration: 30 s
Description: Utah Governor Spencer Cox has issued an executive order to set stricter guidelines for data center development in the state. The order directs state agencies to prioritize protecting water resources, the Great Salt Lake, and utility ratepayers. This initiative aims to establish a higher standard for future data center projects.

News Clip0:30FOX 13 News Utah·UT·5/29/2026

Utah Governor Spencer Cox has issued an executive order to set stricter guidelines for data center development in the state. The order directs state agencies to prioritize protecting water resources, the Great Salt Lake, and utility ratepayers. This initiative aims to establish a higher standard for future data center projects.

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Gov: Governor Spencer Cox, Utah State Agencies

Utah Governor Spencer Cox has issued an executive order to establish new barriers and set a higher standard for data center development within the state. The order, issued on Friday, directs state agencies to prioritize the protection of water resources, including the critical Great Salt Lake, and the interests of utility ratepayers. This executive action aims to ensure that future data center projects align with the state's broader environmental protection goals and public utility concerns. The announcement was made by FOX 13 News, indicating a significant policy shift regarding data center growth in Utah.