How AI describes Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability

Microsoft outlines a sustainability strategy that uses technology and AI to advance environmental goals, including commitments to become carbon negative by 2030, achieve zero waste by 2030, and be water positive by 2030, while protecting ecosystems and supporting sustainable, connected communities. The company tracks progress in annual reports, noting 100% renewable energy matching of its electricity, replenishing over 14.2 million cubic meters of water, and a 92% reuse and recycling rate for cloud hardware. It funds climate innovation with a $1 billion Climate Innovation Fund to accelerate solutions and help customers, partners, and communities pursue a more sustainable economy.