Local producers and officials in Emery and Carbon counties are weighing the impact of new energy projects. Discussions include opposition to upcoming solar developments and the introduction of nuclear power via Valar Atomics, which aims to coexist with existing coal infrastructure. Regional water scarcity also looms over power production. With Lake Powell at less than a quarter capacity, Utah faces potential federal intervention and costly litigation if basin states cannot agree on a water security plan to maintain downstream obligations.
