AWS Project Olympic: $12B AI Data Centers Northwest Louisiana

Status: Pre-Construction / Site Preparation (March 2026)   |   Location: Shreveport & Bossier City (Caddo/Bossier Parishes), LA

Project Overview

Formally announced on February 23, 2026, by Jeff Landry, Project Olympic marks Amazon’s first major data center expansion into Louisiana, representing a $12 billion investment in next-generation digital infrastructure. Designed as a multi-campus “bridge” development, the project strategically links Caddo Parish and Bossier Parish, driving both physical connectivity and regional economic integration. To mitigate the high energy demands associated with AI-scale workloads, Amazon has implemented a “Ratepayer Protection” framework in partnership with Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO), under which the company will fully fund required grid and energy infrastructure, ensuring no cost burden is passed on to local residents. A key technical and sustainability highlight is the $400 million investment in advanced water infrastructure, built around a “verified surplus water” model that prioritizes responsible resource utilization. Under this approach, the campuses will rely on air-based cooling systems for approximately 87% of the year, switching to water-assisted cooling only during peak summer periods less than 13% annually. As of March 2026, the project has entered early execution phases, with initial job postings released for approximately 540 permanent roles. Construction activity is also ramping up, led by STACK Infrastructure, with the build-out expected to generate around 1,500 construction jobs. Collectively, Project Olympic establishes Louisiana as an emerging node in the U.S. AI infrastructure landscape while emphasizing sustainable resource management and community-aligned development.

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