Microsoft's AI Buildout Sent Carbon Emissions Up 25% Last Year
Microsoft reported a 25% increase in carbon emissions last year due to data center expansion for AI, a setback for its climate goals as AI demand drives global emissions higher.
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Microsoft on Thursday reported its carbon emissions swelled last year as the software giant built new data centers, marking a setback for its climate goals as booming AI demand is expected to drive a sharp increase in global emissions over the next decade.