Utah ranks 2nd in the nation and 3rd in the world for the fastest Internet connectivity speeds, with an extensive fiber infrastructure. Fondly referred to as the Silicone Slopes, Utah ranks 5th in the nation for national disaster safety.

According to the Utah Governor’s office of energy development, data centers may be eligible for several tax incentives including HCITC (High Cost Infrastructure Tax Credit) and AEDI (Alternative Energy Development Incentive), among others.

Utah enjoys some of the cheapest electricity and natural gas rates in the nation. Utah’s power plants have transitioned to natural gas and steam over the last 15 years, and renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, are rapidly growing.

Salt Lake City is a prime natural environment. In fact, much of Utah is classified as a cold desert, allowing for ambient air cooling. Humidity levels are perfect for data center operations without requiring extra infrastructure to control it.