AWS Announces $10 Billion Investment in Ohio to Boost AI Infrastructure

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has reaffirmed its commitment to the state of Ohio by announcing a $10 billion investment aimed at expanding its data center infrastructure and supporting the future of artificial intelligence (AI). This plan, which will be executed through 2030, adds to the $7.8 billion announced in 2023 and over $6 billion invested up to 2022. In total, the accumulated investment in Ohio will exceed $23 billion by the end of the decade.

Economic Impact and Job Creation

The AWS investment not only strengthens Ohio’s position as a key technology hub in the Midwest but will also generate:

• Hundreds of direct jobs in technical roles such as data center engineers, network and security specialists, and operations managers.
• Thousands of indirect jobs in sectors like telecommunications, facility maintenance, and electricity generation, within the AWS supply chain.

Mike DeWine, Governor of Ohio, stated: “Data centers are essential to the modern economy, and this investment will help keep Ohio at the forefront of global technology.”

Meanwhile, Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted highlighted: “Artificial intelligence and data centers drive innovation, productivity, and the economic competitiveness of the U.S., and this AWS investment reinforces our role in national technological advancement.”

Technology Infrastructure and Sustainability

The growing adoption of generative AI has created a high demand for cloud infrastructure and advanced computing capacity. AWS data centers in Ohio are designed to handle both traditional workloads and AI/ML models, positioning the state as a key player in future technological development.

Additionally, AWS maintains its commitment to environmental sustainability:

• The company has invested in 23 solar and wind energy projects in Ohio, capable of generating 2.9 gigawatt-hours of clean energy annually, enough to power 565,000 American homes.
• These investments support the goal of matching 100% of its operational electricity consumption with renewable energy.

Training and Development of Tech Talent

AWS is also focused on developing local talent through educational and training programs:

1. Data CenterA data center or data processing center (DPC) … Technician Training Program at Columbus State Community College, with a scholarship fund of $50,000.
2. Hands-on learning programs, such as fiber optic fusion courses and the new I2PA pre-apprenticeship program in technology infrastructure, aimed at students and emerging professionals.
3. Initiatives like AWS Girls’ Tech Day, which this year featured 800 girls from Ohio, and the creation of 20 Think Big Spaces labs, where students learn advanced tech skills.

Conclusion

AWS’s $10 billion investment represents a significant step toward strengthening Ohio’s economy, creating jobs, and developing advanced technology like AI. Furthermore, it reinforces the company’s commitment to sustainability and training the next generation of tech professionals, ensuring Ohio continues to lead in the digital age.

AWS continues to collaborate with state leaders and local communities, reaffirming its mission to innovate, grow, and create a positive impact on global technological development.

via: AWS