Coverage of utilities in Utah focuses on electric, gas, water and communication services. Reporting explores the infrastructure projects, rate changes and reliability issues that impact the state.
Customers in 16 Utah communities will be automatically enrolled in a renewable energy program with a monthly fee unless they opt out.
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October 29, 2026
Utah Leaders Hold Colorado River Crisis War GamesState officials and stakeholders simulate emergency water management scenarios to address potential future shortages.
October 27, 2026
Audit Finds No Link Between Impact Fees and Home PricesA Utah legislative review reveals inconsistent fee compliance despite no clear impact on overall home sale costs.
October 21, 2026
Utah Committee Reviews Failed Water Funding BillLawmakers debated a proposal requiring water providers to meet specific revenue thresholds for state infrastructure funding.
October 21, 2026
Rocky Mountain Power to Launch Clean Energy ProgramThe community-focused renewable energy initiative will take effect for participating Utah residents in January 2027.
October 12, 2026
Utah Transit Authority Proposed Fare Increase to $3The transit agency aims to raise base fares from $2.50 to $3 to help maintain current service levels across the state.
October 12, 2026
Utah Will Vote on Constitutional Amendment AThe proposed measure would modernize state publication requirements for ballot initiatives and amendments.
October 9, 2026
Utah Candidates Criticized MIDA Development AuthorityLegislative hopefuls at a forum argued the state entity lacks local oversight and poses financial risks.
October 9, 2026
Utah Will Host Open House for I-80 Interchange UpgradeThe state plans to add a merge lane and improve infrastructure at the Kimball Junction interchange starting in 2027.
October 6, 2026
Utah Voters Will Decide Two Amendments in NovemberThe upcoming November 3, 2026 election includes two ballot measures regarding notice requirements and tax initiatives.
October 6, 2026
Rocky Mountain Power Proposed Utah Rate DecreaseThe utility requested a $375 million reduction in variable energy charges for its Utah customers.
Reporting here centers on utility rate filings, infrastructure investments, regulatory commission decisions and grid management strategies. It reaches from the capital to the rural counties where service expansion remains a focus. Water rights and drought management are central to Utah utility news because of the scarcity of the resource and the demands on the system. Renewable energy transition plans and the reliability of the electrical grid during extreme temperatures are the most common subjects in recent discourse.
