Amazon data centre impact in communities
We continuously invest in communities where Amazon data centers are located by supporting local jobs, generating economic growth, providing skills training and education, and unlocking opportunities for local businesses and suppliers. We also establish sustainability initiatives and develop engagement community programmes in collaboration with local organizations. Find out how our investments in Aragón (Spain) have made a difference to the people in this region.
Learn about AWS's long-term commitment to Aragón (Spain)
Aragón has become one of the reference places for Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Europe. This location hosts the AWS Europe (Spain) Region — launched in November 2022 — with three Availability Zones in Zaragoza and Huesca provinces, and it plays a large role in bringing cloud computing and AI to people in Spain, Europe, and around the globe.
For more information on AWS's investments and programs in Aragón, download the fact sheet.
Our impact in Aragón (Spain)
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The announcement marks Amazon’s largest ever technology investment in Spain, coinciding with the company’s 15th anniversary in the country. -
Water is a precious resource, and we’re committed to doing our part and investing in local water resources in communities where we operate. -
A two-kilometer pipeline in Pina de Ebro, Spain, is helping conserve local water resources as part of Amazon Web Services' (AWS) commitment to return more water to communities. -
Data centers create new jobs, use significantly less water than golf courses and car washes, and don't drive up electricity rates. -
We've signed an agreement with the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training, and Sports to help reduce the digital skills gap and promote STEAM education in Spain. -
AWS’s investments are estimated to contribute €21.6 billion to Spain’s total GDP through 2033.
