2 big data centers are coming to Utah’s coal country. How they’ll be powered has residents ‘up in arms.’
Two large data centers are planned for Utah's coal country, specifically Orangeville, utilizing power from the San Rafael Energy Research Center. Local residents are expressing strong concerns regarding the projects' proximity to homes and the proposed power source, leading to significant community opposition.
Two significant data centers are slated for development in Utah's coal country, with one facility associated with Valar Atomics at the San Rafael Energy Research Center in Orangeville. The projects' power source and their close proximity to residential areas have sparked considerable concern among local residents.
Cindy O'Neil, who is closely monitoring the developments, voiced the community's apprehension, stating, "It's all descending, these data centers... They're setting these things within a couple of miles of homes," indicating active opposition to the planned facilities.