Utah Code Title 79. Natural Resources § 79-6-1004. Utah San Rafael Energy Lab established--Lab director

(a) receive and evaluate project proposals;

(b) submit recommendations to the board for approval regarding specific project proposals based on the lab's evaluation;

(c) conduct innovative energy technology research and development projects that have commercialization potential and support the state's energy policy goals;

(d) enter into financial contracts with entities seeking to use the lab, with revenues deposited into the Utah Energy Research Fund created in Section 79-6-1002;

(e) assess the viability of emerging energy solutions for deployment within the state, considering:

(f) provide analysis and recommendations to policymakers regarding energy system planning, infrastructure needs, and the value of different energy initiatives being considered within the state; and

(g) collaborate with universities, industry partners, entrepreneurs, community representatives, and other research entities.

(3)(a) The director shall appoint a full-time lab director with the consent of the board to oversee the day-to-day operations of the lab.

(b) The lab director shall report to the director.

(c) As funding allows, the office may employ staff to support the lab's operations.