Microsoft Corporation, commonly known as Microsoft, is a leading player in the computer and related services industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1975, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of its flagship Windows operating system and the Office productivity suite, which have transformed personal and professional computing.
With a diverse portfolio that includes cloud computing through Azure, gaming with Xbox, and enterprise solutions, Microsoft stands out for its commitment to innovation and user-centric design. The company has consistently maintained a strong market position, recognised for its contributions to technology and digital transformation across various sectors. As a pioneer in software development, Microsoft continues to shape the future of technology on a global scale.
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Industry Intensity
Computer Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Microsoft's reported carbon emissions
Microsoft, a computer and related services company based in the US, has established comprehensive climate commitments and reports its carbon emissions with increasing transparency.
Emissions Overview:
In fiscal year 2025, Microsoft reported a total of approximately 21.1 billion kg CO2e. This breaks down into:
- Scope 1: Approximately 170.9 million kg CO2e.
- Scope 2 (Market-Based): Approximately 2.7 billion kg CO2e.
- Scope 3: Approximately 18.2 billion kg CO2e.
For fiscal year 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 16.7 billion kg CO2e, comprising:
- Scope 1: Approximately 143.5 million kg CO2e.
- Scope 2 (Market-Based): Approximately 259.1 million kg CO2e.
- Scope 3: Approximately 16.3 billion kg CO2e.
The most recent reported figures show a slight increase in total emissions from 2024 to 2025, but a notable decrease in Scope 2 (market-based) emissions during the same period.
Climate Commitments and Targets:
Microsoft has set ambitious targets to address climate change, aiming for significant reductions and net-zero status. Key commitments include:
- Carbon Negative by 2030: Microsoft aims to be carbon negative by 2030, meaning it will remove more carbon from the atmosphere than it emits.
- Historic Emissions Removal by 2050: By 2050, Microsoft plans to remove an equivalent amount of carbon to all its historical emissions since its founding.
- Scope 1 and 2 Emissions Reduction: The company is committed to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade. Specifically, they aim to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 75% by 2030 from a 2013 baseline. They also aim to achieve 100% renewable energy procurement for their electricity usage by 2025.
- Scope 3 Emissions Reduction: Microsoft has committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by more than half by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. They also have a Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) certified target to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions intensity per unit of revenue by 30% by 2030 from a 2017 base year, while also avoiding growth in absolute Scope 3 emissions.
Other Environmental Goals:
Beyond carbon emissions, Microsoft is also committed to becoming water positive and zero waste by 2030.
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Microsoft’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2030
50% reduction in scope 3 total
We are committed to reducing our Scope 3 emissions by more than half by 2030.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2025
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