Amazon announced a $12 billion investment to construct data center campuses across Caddo and Bossier parishes. The multisite development marks one of the largest construction projects in the region and is designed to support long-term cloud computing needs.
Amazon is partnering with STACK Infrastructure to lead construction and development. STACK expects the project to support up to 1,500 construction jobs, creating significant opportunities for local contractors, skilled trades and suppliers throughout northwest Louisiana.
"STACK is proud to partner with Amazon, the state of Louisiana and local stakeholders to responsibly develop the digital infrastructure supporting this significant expansion," said Matt VanderZanden, CEO of STACK Americas. "This development reflects our commitment to investing at scale in ways that support long-term operations, strengthen local systems and contribute to sustained regional growth."
State leaders say Amazon's buildout will strengthen the region's position as an emerging technology hub.
"Amazon is making a long-term commitment to Louisiana because our state delivers — prime sites, strong infrastructure and a skilled hardworking workforce ready to support the next generation of technological innovation," Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry said. "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."
In addition to construction activity, Amazon will fully fund all new energy infrastructure required to power the campuses through its work with Southwestern Electric Power Company. The company is also investing up to $400 million in public water and sewer improvements to support the sites and enhance system resilience. The facilities will use only verified surplus water for cooling and will rely on outside air for most of the year to reduce electricity demand.
David Zapolsky, Amazon's chief global affairs and legal officer, said the investment will create long-term benefits for 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," he said. "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."
Local economic leaders say the construction phase alone represents a major milestone for the region.
"Amazon's continued investment in northwest Louisiana, alongside STACK Infrastructure, is transformational, building upon our region's strength as a destination for innovation and technology," said Justyn Dixon, economic development director of the North Louisiana Economic Development Partnership. "Now we are bringing hundreds of high paying jobs, millions in tax revenue for our schools and proof that northwest Louisiana competes on the global stage."
