AWS to invest around $11 billion in data centers in Georgia

Amazon Web Services (AWS) plans to invest around $11 billion in data centers in Georgia which will be used to support growing demand for cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and is expected to create at least 550 new jobs.

"We are delighted to expand our infrastructure into Georgia with this planned multibillion-dollar investment, which we expect to create more than 550 well-paying jobs and drive significant economic growth for the state," said Roger Wehner, vice president of economic development at AWS. "State and local leaders have cultivated an environment that enables companies like AWS to make bold, forward-looking investments.

Russ Crumbley, chairman of the Butts County Board of Commissioners, added: “[The] investment will be the most significant in Butts County history, and represents a truly collaborative effort for more than a year by the Butts County Board of Commissioners, the Development Authority of Butts County, the Butts County Water and Sewer Authority, and the Butts County School System. Each entity worked diligently with AWS to ensure that the investment - which will enable significant infrastructure improvements throughout our community - will benefit the citizens of Butts County for decades to come."