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Cheyenne discussion flags power, transmission and water as central challenges for large data‑center builds
Summary
CTAC and Lanavi discussed utility tariffs, transmission build‑out, on‑site generation and modern, low‑water cooling designs; speakers said legal and tariff changes or microgrids may be needed to accommodate very large loads.
CTAC members used the session to probe infrastructure risks tied to very large data‑center proposals and to ask how local utilities can respond without shifting costs to residents.
Courtney Thompson said utility and transmission upgrades will be a long‑term bet for the state and praised tariff innovations at Black Hills Power that enabled large consumers to be served without raising…
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