Amazon plans its first data centers in Washington state as residents raise concerns
Amazon is developing two data center campuses in Washington state: one in Walla Walla County covering 134 acres and another in West Richland on 1,000 acres with potential for 21 buildings. The Walla Walla site would initially include three data center buildings, as would the Tri-Cities location. The expansion into Amazon's home state reflects the broader AI data center boom and faces resistance from residents concerned about power and water usage, with voters across multiple states backing limits on new data center projects in recent elections.
Key points
- Amazon planning two data center campuses in Washington state
- Walla Walla: 134 acres with 3 initial buildings
- West Richland: 1,000 acres, potential for up to 21 buildings
- Community opposition over environmental and resource concerns
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