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Data Center Signal is tracking 3 clips about Novva data center developments across 2 states, including UT, NV.

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News ClipNevada Appeal·Reno, Storey County, NV

Northern Nevada a hot market for data center development

Northern Nevada is rapidly becoming a major hub for data center development, especially for AI computing, attracting numerous tech giants and new entrants. This growth is driven by favorable land prices, robust fiber networks, and efficient government processes, particularly in the Reno-Sparks area and Storey County. While the region addresses challenges related to power delivery and water usage through infrastructure projects and advanced cooling technologies, the data center industry is significantly boosting the local economy and employment.

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News ClipKonrad Wolfenstein·Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT

Millionen-Segen oder Öko-Desaster? Der heimliche Wasserraub der Tech-Giganten: Wie KI eine ganze Wüstenregion austrocknet - Xpert.Digital

Utah is facing a severe water crisis due to the rapid expansion of data centers, notably Meta's facility in Eagle Mountain, which consume billions of gallons of water annually in the second driest US state. While these centers bring significant tax revenue to local communities, their unmonitored water usage exacerbates the decline of vital ecosystems like the Great Salt Lake and Colorado River. Legislative efforts to mandate water consumption reporting face political resistance from the tech lobby.

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These data center developers asked Trump for an exemption from pollution rules

Novva, a data center developer in Utah, ran into power supply issues with the local utility Rocky Mountain Power. To meet the power demands of a major customer, Novva sought to use diesel and gas-fired generators, which would violate emissions limits. The company appealed to the EPA under the Trump administration for an exemption from environmental regulations, citing national security interests related to AI development. Although the exemption was not granted, the article highlights the data center industry's efforts to bypass environmental regulations in order to rapidly expand capacity.

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2/24/2026