AWS to Build Massive 36-Building Data Center Campus in Pennsylvania

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced plans for a significant data center expansion in Indiana County, Pennsylvania. The project, known as the Homer City Energy Campus, will span 1,100 acres and feature 36 buildings. This development is set to replace a former 2GW coal-fired power station with a new 4.5GW natural gas generation facility, which will power the data centers while contributing surplus energy to the local grid. Construction is expected to occur in four stages, beginning in December 2026 and concluding by 2036. The project is projected to create between 1,500 and 2,000 jobs with competitive salaries. This initiative is part of a broader $20 billion investment strategy by Amazon in Pennsylvania, as the company seeks to scale its regional infrastructure. AWS has also committed to community benefits agreements to address local impacts, marking a shift in its approach to large-scale infrastructure transparency.