CES2026: On AI and Energy, It's Nevada vs. Alaska
Two American frontier governors highlight energy, business climates and federal land control as a strategic advantage.
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2026 — Nevada and Alaska’s governors on Thursday outlined how their states were positioning themselves for investment tied to artificial intelligence, data centers, and energy-intensive industries. They emphasized permitting timelines, land access, and long-term power availability as key determinants of competitiveness.
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Speaking during a CES panel on Thursday, Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo (R) said the state is reducing its dependence on gaming revenue, which he said once dominated state finances and left Nevada constrained as casino development proliferated nationwide.
Lombardo said Nevada now marketed itself around regulatory simplicity, a stable tax environment, and workforce alignment aimed at logistics, manufacturing, and technology investment.
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