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Amazon announced a $12 billion investment in AI data centers in Louisiana, creating 540 direct jobs and 1,700 indirect jobs. The company will cover all energy and utility costs and plans to invest up to $400 million in local water infrastructure.

The centers will primarily use excess water and outside air for cooling to minimize energy consumption. This investment is part of Amazon's broader $200 billion spending plan for 2026, aimed at enhancing its AI and cloud infrastructure.