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Q&A with Amariah Gibbs: Fleet Electrification 101

January 12, 2026
In this Q&A, Amariah Gibbs, the Clean Ports Program Manager at the Utah Division of Air Quality (DAQ), discusses the benefits and challenges of fleet electrification—as well as how DAQ is helping businesses make the switch. Electric truck funded through a previous Utah Division of Air Quality grant program.

Crossroads Port: Remediating the Past, Building Utah’s Future

December 30, 2025
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Clean Ports Program: Looking Ahead to 2026

December 19, 2025
As the Clean Ports Program enters its second year, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) and Utah Division of Air Quality (DAQ) will be working towards key milestones across all program areas. Read on for the team’s 2026 goals as they work to improve air quality, advance workforce development, and support sustainable supply chains in Utah. Utah Inland Port Authority

UIPA Releases 2025 Annual Report

November 18, 2025
The Utah Inland Port Authority has released its 2025 Annual Report, outlining key projects, investments, and partnerships from the past year. The report provides an overview of statewide progress in rail, air cargo, sustainable infrastructure, and community engagement efforts. Major updates include: The full report is available online to review recent accomplishments and ongoing initiatives. Published: 11/18/25Author: Kaitlin Felsted

Northwest Quadrant Open Houses & Baseline Survey

November 14, 2025
Last week, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) and Salt Lake City hosted a series of open houses to share findings from the Northwest Quadrant (NWQ) Baseline Study and gather public input on future policy and investment priorities. The open houses marked the next step in a collaborative process to ensure that economic development in Utah’s Northwest Quadrant advances in

Letter: How is development in Salt Lake City’s Northwest Quadrant impacting your life? Let your voice be heard.

August 27, 2025
Your feedback will guide real planning decisions — decisions about traffic, air quality, sustainability and economic opportunity. It will help us identify solutions that protect what we love about our community while also ensuring future growth is responsible, equitable and community-informed.

Salt Lake City and UIPA Partner to Expand Trainfo System on West Side

March 24, 2025
SALT LAKE CITY — In an effort to mitigate traffic impacts and enhance community benefits, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) board approved a funding agreement with Salt Lake City to expand the Trainfo system. This initiative will bring upgrades to several key intersections in the city, particularly benefiting the West Side community. Under the approved funding agreement, UIPA will

Utah to receive its largest environmental grant ever, and almost all of it is going to the inland port

November 05, 2024
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Utah Inland Port Authority Board Reviews Amendment to Central Utah Agri-Park Project Area

November 04, 2024
“The approval of this amendment is a crucial step in our mission to drive sustainable economic growth across central Utah,” said Danny Stewart, Associate Vice President of Regional Project Area Development. “Integrating these zones not only strengthens our logistics infrastructure but also fosters greater opportunities for local businesses and residents.”

Utah Inland Port Authority Presents Amendment to Mineral Mountains Project Area

November 04, 2024
“Our goal is to drive long-term, sustainable economic growth in Beaver County,” said Danny Stewart, Associate Vice President of Regional Project Area Development. “This amendment will enable us to harness local resources and create meaningful opportunities for the community.”

Utah Inland Port Authority Approves $2.5 Million Grant for Great Salt Lake Shoreline Preservation

November 04, 2024
“This grant will play a critical role in preserving vital wetland habitats around the Great Salt Lake now and for generations to come,” said Jack Ray, president of the Utah Waterfowl Association. “As an organization dedicated to protecting waterfowl and their habitats, we are grateful for UIPA’s commitment to both wildlife and sustainable development.”

UIPA and DEQ Celebrate Historic $112.4M Clean Ports Grant to Improve Air Quality

November 01, 2024
“This funding enables us to build a sustainable logistics network that aligns with Utah’s air quality goals,” said Ben Hart, Executive Director of UIPA. “This wouldn’t be possible without the partnership between Union Pacific, UDAQ and the EPA. Together, we’re driving transformative changes that will positively impact our state for generations.”