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cox talks data center and says hes not running for president during wide ranging interview

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AI-generatedThe article discusses a large-scale data center project in Utah, which will significantly increase energy demand and land use. The commercial mechanism is a major infrastructure investment (capex cycle) in AI/data center capacity, with phased development reducing immediate scarcity risk. The project is specific to Utah, but the trend of large data centers is global. No direct company names or tickers are mentioned; the impact is on energy utilities, construction, and real estate sectors in the region.
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- Proposed 40,000-acre data center in Box Elder County, Utah.
- Expected to generate 9 gigawatts of energy, double Utah's consumption.
- First phase limited to 1.5 gigawatts and 1,000 acres.
- Governor Cox acknowledged public concerns and stated project will proceed in phases.
- Event date: May 11, 2026.
Phased buildout leads to flat demand for data center equipment over 2-4 weeks; procurement timelines are extended.
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