Amazon Makes Historic Multibillion Investment In PA: Details Here

PENNSYLVANIA — Amazon is planning to spend at least $20 billion to set up multiple high-tech cloud computing and artificial intelligence innovation campuses across the state. It's the largest capital investment in Pennsylvania history.

The deal, announced Monday by Gov. Josh Shapiro, is expected to create at least 1,250 jobs. The first campuses will be in Salem Township in Luzerne County and in Bucks County in Falls Township. Other communities will be identified later.

"I'm proud to announce that with Amazon's commitment of at least $20 billion to build new state-of-the-art data center campuses across our commonwealth, we have secured the largest private sector investment in the history of Pennsylvania," Shapiro said in a statement.

"With this historic announcement, we’re creating opportunity for our workers, generating new revenue for our local communities, and ensuring the future of AI runs right through Pennsylvania."

Said David Zapolsky, Amazon chief global affairs and legal officer: “Amazon's multi-billion-dollar investment in Pennsylvania reinforces our dedication to advancing AI innovation while creating lasting economic opportunities in the state.

“By expanding our cloud computing infrastructure, we're investing in Pennsylvania's future through new jobs, workforce development programs, and community initiatives. We look forward to helping drive the next generation of technology innovation, while delivering meaningful benefits for Pennsylvania residents.”

The timeline of when the campuses will be opening was not immediately released.

According to Shapiro's office, since 2010 Amazon has invested more than $26 billion in Pennsylvania, including infrastructure and compensation to employees. The current Amazon footprint in the state includes 23 fulfillment and sortation centers and 20 last-mile delivery stations.