Lambda to build Oklahoma data center, paying $500M in taxes over a decade
TheZachMueller · x · 2026-09-28
AI cloud company Lambda announced a new data center at MidAmerica Industrial Park in Mayes County, Oklahoma. Key facts:
- Expected to pay $500M in taxes over the next 10 years, create up to 1,000 construction jobs and 100 permanent positions
- Will use closed-loop cooling to minimize water use
- Complying with Oklahoma's ratepayer protection law by covering 100% of its energy costs
CTO Stephen Balaban emphasized long-term community engagement.
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