Microsoft Reports 25% Rise in Carbon Emissions Amid AI Data Center Expansion
In fiscal year 2025, Microsoft reported a 25% increase in greenhouse gas emissions to 34 million metric tons of CO₂ equivalent due to the rapid expansion of its data center infrastructure and reduced purchases of renewable energy certificates. The company emphasized that it remains committed to achieving carbon negativity by 2030.
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