Prometheus Hyperscale

Data Center Signal is tracking 20 clips about Prometheus Hyperscale data center developments across 1 states, including WY.

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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.

electricity government

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.

zoning government

6/4/2026

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.

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6/4/2026

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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Meta Microsoft

5/30/2026

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.

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5/28/2026

News ClipCowboy State Daily·Evanston, Uinta County, WY

Prometheus Faces Skeptical Crowd In Evanston Over Huge 1.2GW Data Center

Prometheus Hyperscale presented plans for a 1.2 gigawatt data center in Evanston, Wyoming, to a skeptical Uinta County community. Residents voiced significant concerns regarding water and power usage, potential impact on local resources, and jobs. The company addressed these, proposing sustainable cooling, off-grid natural gas power, and promising local economic benefits.

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5/27/2026

News ClipCowboy State Daily·Evanston, Uinta County, WY

Guest Column: I Grew Up on This Land. I'll Continue to Protect It.

Prometheus Hyperscale founder Trenton Thornock addresses community concerns in Wyoming regarding proposed data centers, focusing on water and electricity usage. He explains the company's closed-loop cooling and on-site natural gas power generation systems are designed to minimize environmental impact and local utility costs. The projects aim to bring economic value, jobs, and tax revenue to Uinta, Natrona, and Converse counties.

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5/24/2026

News ClipCowboy State Daily·Casper, Natrona County, WY

Opposition And Pushback On Data Centers Spreads Beyond Cheyenne, Across Wyoming

Opposition to data center development, particularly from Prometheus Hyperscale, is intensifying across Wyoming, notably in Casper and Cheyenne. Residents express concerns over water and electricity usage amid drought conditions, as well as noise, traffic, property values, and surveillance. Cheyenne recently debated a 12-month moratorium on new data centers, but a committee failed to make a recommendation.

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5/23/2026

News ClipCowboy State Daily·Converse County, WY

Converse County rescinds fast-track data center resolution after state Attorney General advice

Converse County reversed its earlier decision to authorize an industrial park intended to fast-track data center development, following advice from the Wyoming Attorney General's office and public outcry. The AG stated the county, lacking zoning provisions, couldn't use the fast-track mechanism, suggesting they instead craft industrial zones under state subdivision laws. This highlights ongoing tension between data center development incentives and local regulatory processes.

zoning opposition government electricity water

5/21/2026

News ClipWyomingNews.com·Mountain View, Uinta County, WY

Mountain View residents pack meeting seeking answers about proposed data center

Residents in Uinta County, Wyoming, packed a tense meeting to address concerns about a proposed data center by Prometheus Hyperscale in Mountain View. Key issues included water rights, potential conflicts of interest, and the impact on local resources. Officials confirmed the project is private but must follow local planning and zoning procedures, with upcoming public forums and hearings scheduled.

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5/21/2026

News ClipBridger Valley Pioneer·Mountain View, Uinta County, WY

Residents pack meeting seeking answers about proposed data center

Residents attended a standing-room-only commission meeting at the Mountain View Town Hall to discuss Prometheus Hyperscale's proposed data center. Discussions grew tense as residents sought answers regarding the development. The proposed project is facing public scrutiny.

zoning opposition government

5/21/2026

News ClipOil City News·Converse County, WY

Converse County rolls back industrial park fast track policy for data centers

Converse County commissioners voted to rescind a recently adopted policy that created a fast-track process for designating industrial parks, including those for data centers like the Prometheus Hyperscale project. This decision came after the Wyoming attorney general advised that counties lack statutory authority for such an independent process. The rollback ensures data center projects will go through existing county planning and zoning regulations, a win for local opposition.

zoning opposition government

5/21/2026

News Clip1:59WyoFile·WY

Amid growing concern, data center developers insist they won't stress Wyoming water

Officials from Microsoft and Prometheus Hyperscale recently informed Wyoming lawmakers that new data center cooling technologies significantly reduce water consumption. Despite these assurances, the arid state's residents continue to express concern over water usage by data centers.

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Microsoft

5/21/2026

News ClipOil City News·Casper, Natrona County, WY

Prometheus data center threatens Natrona and Converse County resources

An opinion letter expresses strong opposition to Prometheus Hyperscale's proposed 1.5 gigawatt data center on the Natrona and Converse County line in Wyoming. The author highlights concerns about the project's massive electricity and water demands, despite claims of a closed-loop cooling system. The letter also challenges the economic benefits, noting few long-term jobs, and urges community action to stop the development.

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5/17/2026

News ClipDouglas Budget·Converse County, WY

Too quiet on the data center front, neighbors say

Residents along the rural Converse/Natrona county line in Wyoming are expressing strong opposition to a proposed data center and power plant by Prometheus Hyperscale, citing concerns over noise, pollution, property values, and a lack of transparency. The company has not yet applied for permits but states it is committed to environmental studies, noise mitigation, and community engagement through formal processes. A Natrona County commissioner plans to recuse himself if the project comes before the board.

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5/13/2026

News ClipWyoming Public Media·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Lawmakers talk data centers as developers look to expand in Wyoming

Wyoming lawmakers on the Select Water Committee met in Cheyenne to discuss water usage by data centers. While city officials claim new facilities are water-efficient with closed-loop cooling systems, some, including a state representative, expressed skepticism about corporate claims and emphasized the state's water issues. The committee did not make any explicit plans for legislation.

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Microsoft Crusoe Energy

5/11/2026

News ClipOil City News·Casper, Natrona County, WY

Microsoft, Prometheus Hyperscale pitch water saving tech to Wyoming committee

The Wyoming Legislature's Select Water Committee held a hearing where Microsoft and Prometheus Hyperscale presented water-saving technologies for data centers. The companies aim to address concerns about water usage in the drought-prone state, while lawmakers and residents expressed skepticism about the impact of data center expansion on water resources.

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Microsoft

5/9/2026

News ClipCowboy State Daily·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

As Data Centers Boom, Wyomingites Want To Know Where The Water’s Coming From

Wyoming state officials and residents are debating the water usage of the booming data center industry. A state Select Water Committee is examining the need for regulations, with Cheyenne officials emphasizing expectations for efficient water use from companies. Public and expert testimonies highlight concerns about water security and call for new regulatory frameworks.

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Microsoft

5/8/2026

News ClipOil City News·Casper, Converse County, WY

Large data center proposed near Casper

A multi-million dollar liquid-cooled data center from Prometheus Hyperscale is proposed near Casper, Wyoming, straddling Natrona and Converse counties. The 1.5-gigawatt project, set to be operational by 2028, involves partnerships with carbon capture firms and faces scrutiny over natural gas power, water usage, and environmental impacts from advocates. Local officials are engaged in regulatory processes, including a Converse County resolution to fast-track industrial development.

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5/2/2026

News Clipcowboystatedaily.com·Evanston, Uinta County, WY

Former BP CEO To Lead Prometheus Hyperscale’s $30B Wyoming Data Center Buildout

Prometheus Hyperscale, a Wyoming-based data center developer, has appointed former BP CEO Bernard Looney to lead its two $30 billion AI data center projects in Evanston and Casper. The company plans to build two 1.2-gigawatt facilities and addresses local concerns about energy and water usage by generating most of its own power and using a closed-loop geothermal cooling system.

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4/1/2026