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Uinta County Commission approves man camp permit
News ClipWyomingNews.com·Evanston, Uinta County, WY

Uinta County Commission approves man camp permit

The Uinta County Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit for Target Hyper/Scale to build a workforce hub, or "man camp," in Uinta County. This hub is intended to support the construction of a large data center project by Prometheus Hyperscale. Despite public opposition and concerns, the commission proceeded with the approval after addressing various allegations and outlining 18 permit conditions.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernmentwaterelectricity
7/23/2026
News ClipGreen River Star·Cheyenne, Platte County, WY

As data centers flood Wyoming, water pollution fouls good faith

Residents in Wyoming are growing concerned about the proliferation of data centers, especially after a Meta data center was linked to water contamination in Cheyenne. Amidst proposals for new data centers across the state, including in Evanston and Wheatland, communities are grappling with zoning changes and potential impacts on water and energy resources. Wyoming's Governor has signed an executive order to establish a framework for data center development.

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MetaMicrosoft
7/23/2026
Opponents Of Massive Data Center In Uinta County Launch Petition For Court Review
News ClipCowboy State Daily·Evanston, Uinta County, WY

Opponents Of Massive Data Center In Uinta County Launch Petition For Court Review

Opponents in Uinta County, Wyoming, have filed a petition for administrative review in District Court, challenging permits granted to Prometheus Hyperscale for a large data center. They allege non-transparent planning by county officials and Prometheus, and inadequate review of environmental impacts and resource strain. County officials and Prometheus deny the allegations, asserting the process was public and transparent.

zoningoppositionenvironmentallegalgovernmentelectricitywater
7/17/2026
As data centers flood Wyoming, water pollution fouls good faith
News ClipWyoFile·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

As data centers flood Wyoming, water pollution fouls good faith

A Meta data center in Cheyenne, Wyoming, was identified as the source of a dangerous bacterium contaminating the city's recycled water system, prompting a termination of its discharge privileges. This incident has intensified existing concerns among residents and officials regarding the environmental impact, particularly water and energy consumption, of numerous planned and existing data centers across the state, including projects by Microsoft and Prometheus Hyperscale. Residents express worry that rural communities lack adequate regulations for these large-scale facilities.

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MetaMicrosoft
7/15/2026
Proposed AI data center near Evanston advances as Prometheus courts major tech clients
News ClipTownLift, Park City News·Evanston, Uinta County, WY

Proposed AI data center near Evanston advances as Prometheus courts major tech clients

A proposed 1.25-gigawatt AI data center by Prometheus Hyperscale near Evanston, Wyoming, is moving forward with local government support. Developers are actively seeking major tech clients like Meta and Microsoft for the project, which includes an on-site natural gas power plant. Local residents have raised concerns regarding water usage, electricity demand, environmental impacts, and noise pollution.

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MetaMicrosoft
6/22/2026
1.25GW data center approved on ranchland near Evanston, Wyoming
News ClipKPCW·Evanston, Uinta County, WY

1.25GW data center approved on ranchland near Evanston, Wyoming

Uinta County Commissioners unanimously approved a 1.25-gigawatt Prometheus Hyperscale data center near Evanston, Wyoming, despite public pushback over environmental concerns. The company states it will use a private well and water-glycol mixture for cooling, avoiding the Bear River, and primarily power the facility with natural gas, with future plans for nuclear energy.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalelectricitywater
6/19/2026
Uinta County data center moves forward
News ClipWyoFile·Evanston, Uinta County, WY

Uinta County data center moves forward

The Uinta County Commission has unanimously approved a conditional use permit for Prometheus Hyperscale's proposed data center east of Evanston, Wyoming. The approval comes with 15 conditions addressing environmental standards, construction timelines, sales tax, and community impact. Public comments included both support and opposition for the project.

zoningenvironmentalgovernmentoppositionwater
6/18/2026
News ClipBridger Valley Pioneer·Evanston, Uinta County, WY

Data center moves forward

The Uinta County Commission has approved a conditional use permit for Prometheus Hyperscale's data center project located east of Evanston. This decision allows the long-proposed data center to proceed with its development plans.

zoninggovernmentannouncement
6/18/2026
Natrona County Opponents To Data Center Man Camp Call It A 'Travesty' And 'Sin'
News ClipCowboy State Daily·Natrona County, WY

Natrona County Opponents To Data Center Man Camp Call It A 'Travesty' And 'Sin'

Natrona County residents are strongly opposing Prometheus Hyperscale's proposed data center and 'man camp,' citing concerns about groundwater, environmental impact, and changes to their rural lifestyle. County commissioners discussed the project's zoning, expressing little interest in using a local planned unit development process, preferring the state's industrial siting board for review. The project, which straddles Natrona and Converse counties, could involve a significant investment and its own power system.

oppositionzoningenvironmentalelectricitywatergovernment
6/17/2026
Uinta County Approves Conditional-Use Permit for Prometheus Hyperscale Data Center
News ClipCowboy State Daily·Lyman, Uinta County, WY

Uinta County Approves Conditional-Use Permit for Prometheus Hyperscale Data Center

Uinta County Commissioners unanimously approved a conditional-use permit for the 1.25-gigawatt Prometheus Hyperscale data center near the Utah border, despite mixed public comments and an active petition opposing the project. The decision clears a major hurdle for the facility, which will feature on-site natural gas power generation and a closed-loop cooling system to minimize environmental impact.

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6/17/2026
Natrona County takes no action on industrial park plan for Prometheus data center project
News ClipOil City News·Casper, Natrona County, WY

Natrona County takes no action on industrial park plan for Prometheus data center project

Natrona County commissioners decided against pursuing an industrial park zoning designation that would have allowed the proposed Prometheus Hyperscale data center project to bypass state regulatory oversight. This decision was influenced by the commissioners' discomfort with the regulatory burden and strong public opposition citing environmental and water concerns. Developers of the project are reportedly considering locating the physical data center in neighboring Converse County, with Natrona County potentially hosting the power plant and worker housing.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernmentmoratorium
6/17/2026
Wyoming lawmakers consider energy deregulation for data centers, industrial power
News ClipOil City News·Casper, Natrona County, WY

Wyoming lawmakers consider energy deregulation for data centers, industrial power

Wyoming lawmakers are considering a bill to deregulate electricity for large industrial users, including data centers, to address power demands and reliability issues. The proposal would allow some electricity producers to operate outside public utility regulations if serving high-demand customers. Utilities oppose the bill, citing concerns about financial risks to ratepayers.

electricitygovernment
6/5/2026
News ClipBridger Valley Pioneer·Evanston, Uinta County, WY

Board approves data center permit

The Evanston Local Governing Board recently approved a data center permit for Prometheus Hyperscale following a series of meetings. The developer had previously held an open house to discuss the proposed project.

zoninggovernment
6/4/2026
Prometheus confirms data center details
News ClipDouglas Budget·Douglas, Converse County, WY

Prometheus confirms data center details

Prometheus Hyperscale confirmed details for its proposed data center in Converse County, Wyoming, addressing concerns about water usage and power supply. The developer highlighted a closed-loop cooling system and plans to use its own natural gas power generation due to local grid limitations. They are also developing community benefit agreements to address transparency and local impacts.

environmentalelectricityoppositionannouncement
6/4/2026
Cheyenne and Evanston, Wyoming, React Differently to Data Center Proposals
News ClipCowboy State Daily·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Cheyenne and Evanston, Wyoming, React Differently to Data Center Proposals

Cheyenne and Evanston, Wyoming, are experiencing contrasting public reactions to data center development. While Cheyenne residents are actively opposing rapid expansion, including rejecting a moratorium, and circulating petitions for further restrictions, Evanston's community appears more receptive, with a data center project receiving a recommendation for approval. State-level discussions are also beginning regarding potential statewide regulations.

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MetaMicrosoft
5/30/2026
Uinta County Planners Give Unanimous OK To 1.25-Gigawatt Prometheus Data Center
News ClipCowboy State Daily·Evanston, Uinta County, WY

Uinta County Planners Give Unanimous OK To 1.25-Gigawatt Prometheus Data Center

Uinta County's Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended permit approvals for Prometheus Hyperscale's proposed 1.25-gigawatt data center on a 500-acre site. Despite initial public skepticism and questions regarding environmental impacts, water usage, and noise, the commission advanced the project to the Uinta County commissioners for final decision. Prometheus founder Trenton Thornock addressed concerns, emphasizing the project's off-grid, closed-loop cooling system and commitment to local hiring and environmental responsibility.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalelectricitywater
5/28/2026