Amazon invests $12 Billion in Louisiana Data Centers: Jobs & Economic Boost

SHREVEPORT, La. — Amazon announced a $12 billion investment Monday to build state-of-the-art data center campuses in northwest Louisiana, a project Governor Jeff Landry hailed as the largest economic development initiative in the region’s history.

The investment, coordinated across Caddo and Bossier Parishes, will support cloud computing technologies and is expected to create 540 direct jobs at the data centers, with an additional 1,700 jobs supported in the broader community, according to the Louisiana Economic Development (LED) and the North Louisiana Economic Partnership (NLEP).

“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,” Landry said at an announcement event at the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium.

The project will be developed in partnership with STACK Infrastructure, which will lead the construction of the campuses and accompanying facilities. Construction is slated to initiate immediately, with operations launching in phases over the next several years.

SWEPCO, the regional utility provider, will supply power for the data centers, committing to cover all costs associated with necessary upgrades to the grid. Governor Landry emphasized that existing SWEPCO customers will not bear any of these costs. Amazon will also invest $400 million in local water infrastructure improvements to support the project.

“This will not cost the people of Louisiana any more in their utility rates,” Landry stated.

Amazon’s Chief Global Affairs and Legal Officer, David Zapolsky, said the investment demonstrates the company’s commitment to responsible development and long-term partnership with the region. “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,” Zapolsky said.

The project is expected to generate significant tax revenue for both Caddo and Bossier Parishes, supporting funding for public services, schools, and infrastructure projects, according to NLEP officials.

Since 2010, Amazon has invested nearly $5 billion in Louisiana, employing thousands of people and supporting additional indirect jobs through fulfillment and sorting centers, Whole Foods Market locations, and investments in solar energy. The fresh data center campuses represent a substantial expansion of the company’s footprint in the state.

Justyn Dixon, President and CEO of NLEP, highlighted the collaborative effort that secured the investment. “It represents more than a significant economic win. We see a moment that brings our entire region together,” Dixon said. “By spanning both sides of the Red River, this project quite literally bridges our communities and ensures opportunity flows across the entire region.”

The project has garnered support from local leaders across the region, including Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux, who described the data center as “an investment in our present and a stake in our future.” Bossier City Mayor Thomas H. Chandler emphasized the city’s readiness to support the project’s success.

To secure the project, Louisiana offered Amazon a competitive incentives package, including workforce development solutions through LED FastStart, and participation in the state’s High Impact Jobs and Data Center Sales Tax Exemption programs.

Amazon plans to establish a $250,000 community fund to support STEM education and local projects in the region.