The Verge
7/10/2026

The original headline is: "Microsoft's carbon emissions went up 25 percent last year"
Original: Microsoft’s carbon emissions went up 25 percent last year
Short summary
Microsoft's carbon emissions rose 25% in 2025 to 34 million metric tons, driven by datacenter expansion and a decision to stop purchasing renewable energy certificates. The company now risks missing its 2030 carbon-negative target.
- •25% increase in 2025 carbon emissions to 34 million metric tons
- •Driven by datacenter expansion and renewable certificate policy change
- •Threatens 2030 carbon-negative commitment
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