Microsoft's carbon emissions surged by 25 percent in 2025, reaching 34 million metric tons, largely due to datacenter expansion and changes in renewable energy practices.
Microsoft's total carbon emissions hit 34 million metric tons
Jul 10, 2026
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What's the storyMicrosoft's carbon emissions have risen by 25% in 2025, according to its latest sustainability report.
The company's total carbon emissions hit 34 million metric tons "without select interventions," as reported by GeekWire.
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