Located on the picturesque eastern shore of Utah Lake, the project will consist of 350 acres of residential, retail, commercial, and medical research development, including space for a new health care facility that will be owned and operated by the Huntsman Cancer Institute.
"Every element of Utah City is being thoughtfully planned to function as part of a fully integrated community," said Pete Evans, co-managing partner of Flagship. "Building a city from the ground up gives us the rare opportunity to be intentional at every stage, from the infrastructure to how people will live, work, and recreate here. Utah is one of the most beautiful places in the world, and we feel a strong sense of stewardship to help keep it that way. Our district energy system reflects that approach. We want to build the best community in the Western US—having an affordable, enduring energy system is a key component. Utah needs more energy. By building a district energy system that, over time, can be powered mostly from recycled waste heat, we can deliver both a cost-efficient system for our residents and a system that can help keep Utah beautiful. Utah City is a long-term commitment to building a place that reflects the best of Utah—its landscape, its values, and its future."
Corix President & CEO Lisa Sparrow echoed the alignment between Utah City's stewardship goals and Corix's expertise.
"Corix and Flagborough share a vision for a vibrant future not just for today, but for generations to come," said Sparrow. "The amount of forethought into every aspect of the development is incredible—it's proof that sustainable energy, architectural ingenuity, and people-centric design don't have to be mutually exclusive," she continued.
The Flagborough – Corix partnership will help heat and cool a thriving hub, reduce emissions compared to traditional solutions, and provide incredibly reliable, cost-effective energy for residents, businesses, and institutions alike.
Corix's approach to servicing Utah City will include the construction of a connected district heating and cooling system where equipment and energy sources are shared between buildings through a centralized energy plant. Energy for the local district can come from an array of sources, including conventional gas and electricity, waste energy capture and reuse, and more.
The system will be built to grow and adapt and can be phased as new buildings are added and demand increases, while also enabling the use of waste heat from nearby facilities. The result is a cost-effective, highly reliable and efficient network with significantly cleaner air.
The district energy system will connect over 19 million square feet of mixed-use space at buildout with Phase 1, consisting of 2 million square feet, expected to be operational in early 2026.
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