Atlanta, Georgia – Amazon Web Services has unveiled plans to invest $11 billion in Georgia to enhance its AI and cloud computing infrastructure. This colossal investment is intended to put up cutting-edge data centers in Butts and Douglas counties, which will provide 550 direct high-tech jobs and many more indirect construction and supply chain jobs.
“AWS’s ongoing infrastructure investments across the United States demonstrate our relentless commitment to powering our customers’ digital innovation through cloud and AI technologies,” said Roger Wehner, vice president of economic development at AWS.
“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.”
The initiative showcases Georgia’s increasing relevance as a cutting-edge, digital hub. The infrastructure will support the entire workload of various AI applications – from machine learning models to generative AI applications – adding to its claim as being in the forefront of leading-edge technology.
Dr. Romona Jackson Jones, Douglas County Commission Chairwoman said, “We are pleased to welcome AWS to bring the most secure, resilient, and advanced cloud computing technology to the county, and with it hundreds of high-paying, high-tech jobs that will benefit our community and our citizens for the long term. This initial investment from AWS to expand its infrastructure here and support artificial intelligence technologies is a game-changer, and will result in our community being on the forefront of innovation, further establishing our state as a leader in technology, innovation, and artificial intelligence, which will empower businesses here and worldwide.”
Since it has contributed investments of over $ 18.5 billion since 2010, AWS has become one of the most important contributors to Georgia’s economic growth. Job creation is not all that AWS does, as it has promised to provide disaster relief, renewable energy projects like the Bulldog Solar farm, and STEM education programs such as Girls’ Tech Day and Think Big Spaces.
“We are pleased and proud that Amazon Web Services, a world technology leader, has chosen to locate new data centers in Butts County,” said Russ Crumbley, chairman of the Butts County Board of Commissioners.
“Their investment will be the most significant in Butts County history, and represents a truly collaborative effort. We appreciate the hard work by all board members, staff, and those of our fellow local government entities who have worked tirelessly to get this project to the announcement stage, and we look forward to future partnerships in the years to come.”
This expansion aligns with AWS’s wider strategy of innovating and sustaining through the various operations across its platform. With robust infrastructure, skilled workforce development, and educational partnerships, AWS’s investment solidifies Georgia’s position as a leading technology state while empowering communities for the digital age.
Source: https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/aws/aws-investment-georgia-ai-cloud-infrastructure
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