Proposed data center led by Mr. Wonderful draws criticism from residents

Name: Proposed data center led by Mr. Wonderful draws criticism from residents
Uploaded: 2026-05-01T13:20:03.000Z
Duration: 1 min
Description: A massive proposed data center in Boxelder County, Utah, backed by investor Kevin O'Leary, is facing both opposition and support. While Governor Spencer Cox supports the project and dismisses misinformation, some residents are concerned about its potential harm to wildlife and significant water consumption. A public hearing on the matter is scheduled for Monday.

News Clip1:00KUTV 2 News Salt Lake City·Boxelder County, UT·5/1/2026

A massive proposed data center in Boxelder County, Utah, backed by investor Kevin O'Leary, is facing both opposition and support. While Governor Spencer Cox supports the project and dismisses misinformation, some residents are concerned about its potential harm to wildlife and significant water consumption. A public hearing on the matter is scheduled for Monday.

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Gov: Governor of Utah, Boxelder County

A significant data center project proposed for Boxelder County, Utah, led by Shark Tank investor Kevin O'Leary, is generating considerable debate. The project has garnered both strong opposition from local residents and support from state officials.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox has publicly endorsed the data center, attributing much of the criticism to misinformation surrounding the development. However, county residents have raised concerns that the facility could negatively impact local wildlife and strain the state's water resources due to its high water demands. A public hearing is scheduled for Monday to address these issues and allow for community input regarding the proposed data center.