Thursday, 15 January, 2026
Microsoft Inks Record Soil Carbon Credit Deal to Offset Surging Data Center Emissions
Microsoft has signed a landmark deal to purchase nearly 1 million soil-based carbon credits, marking its largest investment in regenerative agriculture to date. As the tech giant rapidly expands its data center infrastructure to support AI, this agreement aims to mitigate its rising environmental footprint. By incentivizing farmers to adopt sustainable practices, Microsoft is leveraging nature-based solutions to fulfill its ambitious goal.
Read full story at Economic Times