Amazon has announced plans to invest $12 billion to construct new, state-of-the-art data center campuses in northwest Louisiana, marking one of the largest coordinated economic development projects in the region’s history. The development will span interconnected campuses across Caddo and Bossier Parishes, supporting cloud computing technologies and helping meet the accelerating national demand for artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure.
Designed as a multi-site investment, the project will support continuous service and reliable operations while bringing new economic activity to both parishes. Louisiana continues to stand out as a destination for large scale projects, combining reliable power, a world class workforce and a strong track record of executing complex developments.
The investment is expected to create 540 direct new jobs, with Louisiana Economic Development estimating an additional 1,700 indirect job opportunities across the Northwest Region. The project is also projected to generate significant new tax revenue to support essential public services, local schools and infrastructure improvements in surrounding communities.
“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,” Louisiana Governor 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.”
“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,” Amazon’s Chief Global Affairs and Legal Officer David Zapolsky said. “We’re creating hundreds of high-paying jobs and making substantial investments in local infrastructure. We’re grateful for our strong partnerships with local leaders and proud to deepen our commitment to Louisiana.”
Amazon is partnering with STACK Infrastructure to develop and construct the facilities. STACK anticipates the project will support up to 1,500 construction jobs, creating opportunities for local contractors, skilled trades and suppliers throughout the region.
“This project demonstrates STACK’s ability to execute multi-site data center developments in close coordination with utilities, clients and local partners,” STACK Americas CEO Matt VanderZanden said. “We are excited to make this significant investment in northwest Louisiana and are looking forward to being an excellent community partner while creating long-term, positive impacts in our new home in The Pelican State.”
The new campuses build on Amazon’s growing footprint in Louisiana over the last 16 years. From 2010 to 2024, the company invested more than $4.7 billion across the state, employing thousands of residents and supporting additional indirect jobs. Its Louisiana presence includes fulfillment and sortation centers, delivery stations, Whole Foods Market locations and solar energy investments contributing to the state’s power grid.
The announcement also adds to Louisiana’s recent economic momentum. Since Governor Landry took office, the state has secured $90 billion in capital investment and nearly 80,000 new job opportunities statewide. In 2025 alone, Louisiana delivered the largest capital investment year in its history, with more than $61 billion in new investment and 9,500 direct jobs announced.
“As global leaders like Amazon continue to choose Louisiana, it sends a powerful signal to the world that we are competing, and winning, at the highest level,” LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois said. “These investments are not isolated wins; they activate local supply chains, create new opportunities for Louisiana vendors, and open doors for our people to access high-wage careers. With each project, our foundation grows stronger, delivering lasting opportunity for businesses and families across Louisiana.”
Amazon Community & Infrastructure Initiatives in NWLA
Alongside the $12 billion investment, Amazon is launching community and infrastructure initiatives in northwest Louisiana as part of its long term commitment to responsible development and regional partnership.
“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,” North Louisiana Economic Partnership President and CEO Justyn Dixon said. “It represents more than a significant economic win. It is a moment that brings our entire region together. We are proud of the hard work and collaboration among Bossier Parish and Caddo Parish that made this possible. By spanning both sides of the Red River, this project quite literally bridges our communities and ensures opportunity flows across the entire region. 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. When we compete and win as one region, we create jobs, strengthen families and build long-term prosperity.”
Amazon has worked with Southwestern Electric Power Company to ensure it will cover 100 percent of the costs associated with the new data center campuses, including expenses for new energy infrastructure and upgrades required to serve the facilities. These improvements are also expected to strengthen overall grid reliability for all SWEPCO customers.
“We’re proud to welcome this major investment to our region,” SWEPCO President and Chief Operating Officer Brett Mattison said. “Louisiana offers an exceptional environment for economic development, supported by its stable regulatory framework, competitive utility rates and strong business-friendly climate. SWEPCO plays a vital role in driving business forward in the state, and we are ready to serve this significant customer while remaining fully committed to each customer in every community we serve.”
Construction on the campuses is expected to begin imminently, with operations launching in phases over the next several years. To secure the project, the state offered a competitive incentives package that includes workforce development solutions through LED FastStart. Amazon is also expected to participate in the state’s High Impact Jobs and Data Center Sales Tax Exemption programs.
Local contractors and businesses are encouraged to register at SourceLouisiana.com for vendor opportunities, and individuals may register to be notified about Amazon job opportunities, hiring events and updates.
