Economic Development Today
'The one that transforms Utah's economy': Inland Port Authority unveils PortSLC
— The Utah Inland Port Authority has rebranded its Northwest Quadrant project as 'PortSLC' to attract key industries like aerospace and defense to Utah, emphasizing its strategic location near transportation hubs and the…
West side of Ephraim designated as ‘Rural Opportunity Zone’
— The west side of Ephraim, Utah, has been nominated as a Rural Opportunity Zone under the Opportunity Zones 2.0 program, which offers federal tax incentives for investments in low-income rural areas. The designation…
Opinion: How Trump unwittingly boosted green energy
— The article argues that despite Donald Trump's opposition to renewable energy, market forces and economic incentives are driving the transition to green energy, with implications for Utah through national trends and…
Draft study recommends Delta as focus for Utah spaceport development
— A draft study recommends that Utah focus its first spaceport development work near Delta, with Green River West as a potential future site. The report outlines a phased approach for infrastructure and economic impact…More: KUTV 2News All 2 reports