Amazon has announced plans to invest $12 billion in northwest Louisiana to develop its first data centre campuses in the state, as part of a multi-site project across Caddo and Bossier Parishes aimed at supporting cloud computing and artificial intelligence services.
The company said the development will involve a coordinated build of several campuses designed to support regional economic activity. Once operational, the project is expected to create 540 full-time roles within Amazon’s data centre operations and support a further 1,710 full-time equivalent jobs across the wider community. Roles linked to the development are set to include electricians, HVAC technicians, project engineers, network specialists, operations managers and security specialists.
As part of the investment, Amazon plans to commit up to $400 million to local water infrastructure required to support the campuses. The company also said it would fund its own energy and utility infrastructure linked to the project, working with local utility Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) to ensure it pays 100% of the costs for new energy infrastructure and required upgrades serving the data centres. Amazon said this approach would help protect ratepayers while contributing to wider grid reliability for SWEPCO customers.
Amazon added that it has already invested in solar energy projects in Louisiana, bringing up to 200 MW of new carbon-free energy onto the grid. The company said these investments increase overall energy supply and support long-term electricity affordability in the region.
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry welcomed the announcement, saying: “Amazon is making a long-term commitment to Louisiana because our state delivers—prime sites, strong infrastructure and a skilled, hard-working workforce ready to support the next generation of technological innovation. Investments of this magnitude put Louisiana at the center of operations relied on across the country and connect our communities to jobs that power how Americans live, work and do business.”
David Zapolsky, Amazon’s Chief Global Affairs and Legal Officer, said: “Amazon’s $12 billion investment in northwest Louisiana will build next-generation data center campuses to support AI and cloud computing, ensuring opportunities for local communities. We’re creating hundreds of high-paying jobs and making substantial investments in local infrastructure to serve customers. We’re grateful for our strong partnerships with local leaders and proud to deepen our commitment to Louisiana.”
Amazon said the project is expected to generate tens of millions of dollars in new revenue for local governments, providing long-term funding for public services, schools and infrastructure improvements. The company described the development as a significant moment for the regional economy, with benefits expected to extend over many years.
The announcement builds on Amazon’s expanding footprint in Louisiana. In the Shreveport area, the company opened an advanced robotics fulfilment centre in 2024, employing more than 2,000 people. A new delivery station opened in 2025, supporting faster deliveries for customers in the region. Across the state, Amazon’s current operations include four fulfilment and sortation centres, seven delivery stations and seven Whole Foods Market locations. Its solar energy investments in Louisiana generate up to 200 MW, which the company said is equivalent to powering around 44,000 homes in the state.
Alongside the infrastructure investment, Amazon has launched the Amazon Northwest Louisiana Community Fund with an initial commitment of $250,000. Managed by the non-profit organisation ChangeX, the fund will provide grants of up to $10,000 for community projects across Caddo and Bossier Parishes and the wider Shreveport area. Funding will focus on STEM education, sustainability and environmental initiatives, health and wellbeing, support for military veterans and other local priorities.
Amazon said the community fund represents the first stage of collaboration with local partners to deliver programmes with lasting impact. Working with community groups and stakeholders, the company plans to support STEM education and training, improve public spaces, create new green areas and invest in projects identified as priorities by local communities.
The company said the Louisiana investment forms part of its wider approach to supporting communities where it operates. Amazon noted that it has created more than 1 million jobs to date, launched more than 700 carbon-free energy projects and invested over $3.6 billion in affordable housing initiatives. It added that its data centres and fulfilment operations are intended to be run responsibly, with competitive pay and benefits for employees and continued engagement with local partners.
