COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio is set to become a major player in the technology sector as Amazon Web Services (AWS) announces plans to invest an additional $10 billion to expand its data center infrastructure across the state by 2030. Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, the Ohio Department of Development, and JobsOhio joined AWS in making the announcement, highlighting the economic benefits and job opportunities the expansion will bring.
The $10 billion investment is part of AWS’s ongoing commitment to Ohio, adding to the more than $23 billion the company has pledged to invest in the state since 2015. AWS previously announced a $7.8 billion investment last year, in addition to over $6 billion already spent through 2022, bringing its total planned investment in Ohio to over $23 billion by 2030.
These new data centers will include state-of-the-art technology infrastructure, such as computer servers, networking equipment, and advanced storage systems used to power artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and other modern cloud computing technologies. AWS has also committed to workforce development and educational programs to train Ohio workers for the future of technology and innovation.
Governor DeWine emphasized the importance of the investment for Ohio’s economy and technological standing:
“As reliance on digital services continues to grow, so does the importance of data centers; they are critical to today’s modern economy. AWS’s substantial investment in Ohio will help keep our state at the forefront of the global technology.”
Lt. Governor Husted highlighted the strategic role AWS’s expansion will play in Ohio’s tech industry:
“These are significant investments from AWS that support Ohio’s growing reputation as the tech hub of the Midwest… Artificial Intelligence and data centers are crucial to America’s economic superiority because they drive innovation, support high-tech industries, and enhance productivity.”
Since opening its first Ohio data center in 2016, AWS has already made significant economic contributions to the state. The company has invested over $10.3 billion in Ohio and contributed approximately $3.8 billion to the state’s gross domestic product (GDP) between 2015 and 2023. AWS’s operations have also supported more than 4,760 jobs annually, with demand for workers in sectors like telecommunications, software development, facilities maintenance, and power generation.
Roger Wehner, AWS’s vice president of economic development, said of the investment:
“Today, we reaffirm our long-term commitment to Ohio with plans to invest an additional $10 billion to expand our data center infrastructure in greater Ohio to drive innovation in AI for customers… This expanded investment is expected to create new, well-paying jobs, boost Ohio’s GDP, and further cement our partnership with the state.”
J.P. Nauseef, President and CEO of JobsOhio, also emphasized the role AWS has played in solidifying Ohio’s position as a technology hub:
“AWS was the first major cloud provider in our state, and their success has helped pave the way for the explosive growth we’re seeing now.”
The $10 billion investment will expand AWS’s operations outside of Central Ohio and across the state, though final locations for expansion have not yet been determined. Officials note that plans are contingent upon securing long-term energy service agreements as part of the development process.
With this latest investment, Ohio is expected to see thousands of new, high-paying jobs created, additional contributions to the state’s GDP, and further opportunities in technology innovation, workforce development, and economic growth.
