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Microsoft Buys Record Soil Carbon Credits

15 Jan

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Summary

Microsoft agreed to purchase 2.85 million soil carbon credits.
The credits are linked to regenerative agriculture in the U.S.
This deal aims to help Microsoft become carbon negative by 2030.

Microsoft Buys Record Soil Carbon Credits

Microsoft has secured a significant deal, agreeing to purchase a record 2.85 million soil carbon credits. This landmark transaction with Indigo Ag is linked to regenerative agriculture initiatives across the United States and is a key step in Microsoft's ambitious goal to achieve carbon negativity by the year 2030.

Regenerative farming methods, which include practices like reduced tilling and cover cropping, are crucial for enhancing soil's capacity to absorb atmospheric carbon dioxide and conserve water. This purchase highlights the increasing importance of soil carbon removal within corporate sustainability strategies, solidifying Indigo Ag's position in the market.

This move by Microsoft, the world's largest buyer of carbon removal credits, occurs despite rising emissions associated with its artificial intelligence operations. The tech giant aims to offset its global emissions, demonstrating a commitment to environmental stewardship through verifiable carbon credit acquisition.