How will Microsoft address water usage in its U.S. data centers?

Microsoft pledged to replenish more water than its data centers consume and will publish water-use data for each region.

What is Microsoft doing about data center electricity costs?

Microsoft will pay utility rates to cover its electricity costs and work with local utilities to ensure fair pricing for the public.

Will Microsoft's data centers impact public electricity prices?

Microsoft aims to prevent increased electricity prices for the public by covering its own costs and collaborating with utilities.

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Microsoft Vows to Replenish More Water Than Data Centers Use

13 Jan

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Microsoft will pay utility rates to cover its electricity costs for data centers.
The company pledged to replenish more water than its data centers consume.
Microsoft will publish water-use data for each U.S. data center region.

Microsoft Vows to Replenish More Water Than Data Centers Use

Microsoft unveiled a community-focused initiative on Tuesday aiming to significantly lower water consumption at its U.S. data centers. This plan also addresses concerns about the substantial energy demands of these facilities potentially driving up public electricity prices. The tech giant will ensure adequate utility payments to cover its electricity needs.

The company plans to work collaboratively with local utilities, expanding power supply and grid infrastructure as required for its data centers. A core commitment is to replenish more water than the data centers consume. Microsoft intends to regularly publish water-use data for each U.S. data center region.