Aragon unlocks construction of new Amazon data centers after months of preliminary work

Aragon has cleared Amazon Web Services to move ahead with new data center projects after months of prior paperwork.

The plan includes multiple facilities and substations, marking a major expansion of AWS capacity in the region.

The projects could bring investment, jobs, and a lift to GDP, but they also raise concerns over power grid strain, land use, and environmental impact.

Aragon’s strong renewable energy base makes it an attractive hub for digital infrastructure, but the debate over the cost of expansion remains.