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Microsoft reports 25% emissions jump due to Chevron data center power plant

Microsoft has reported a significant 25% increase in its carbon emissions, largely attributed to a new partnership with Chevron. This collaboration involves Chevron constructing a power plant in West Texas intended to supply a future Microsoft data center. The plant's permits indicate it could emit over 11.5 million tons of CO2 equivalent annually, surpassing the total emissions of Rhode Island. AI

RANK_REASON Significant increase in emissions reported by a major tech company due to infrastructure development. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Microsoft reports 25% emissions jump due to Chevron data center power plant

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    🏭 Microsoft Reports a Massive 25 Percent Jump in Emissions 「 Last month, the company officially announced a partnership with Chevron, which is building a power

    🏭 Microsoft Reports a Massive 25 Percent Jump in Emissions 「 Last month, the company officially announced a partnership with Chevron, which is building a power plant to supply a future data center for the company in West Texas. Permits show that that power plant could emit more t…