Microsoft employees question data center impact as emissions spike 25%
ns123abc · x · 2026-08-29
Microsoft employees are questioning the environmental impact of the company's data centers, prompting management to issue an internal memo. Data reveals a 25% increase in carbon emissions in 2025, with AI growth making it harder to meet previous climate commitments; renewable energy targets are at risk of being shelved. Additionally, 75 data center projects worth $130B were blocked or delayed in Q1 alone due to local opposition.
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