Microsoft's carbon emissions hit 20 million tons in 2025 — up 25% — as AI data centers devour electricity. Google (+18%) and Amazon (+16%) aren't far behind. Clean power still accounts for 90% of new US grid capacity, but the AI boom is rewriting the math on what 'enough' renewables means.

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AI's Carbon Bill Comes Due: Big Tech Emissions Surge

• What happened: Microsoft emitted 20 million metric tons of CO₂ equivalent in 2025, a **25%...