Compass Minerals has agreed to donate over 200,000 acre-feet of water annually to the Great Salt Lake, marking a historic conservation effort following the passage of H.B. 453. This agreement, praised by Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, aims to enhance the lake's health and sustainability by managing water usage based on lake levels. It also includes the relinquishment of 65,000 acres of leased land for state stewardship. The deal, which took years of negotiation and legislative adjustments, represents a collaborative effort between public and private sectors to protect a vital ecosystem. This initiative is expected to provide long-term benefits for both the lake and the mineral extraction industry.