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flag Microsoft’s Asian chipmaking operations drove a 23% emissions rise since 2020 due to limited renewable energy access.

flag Microsoft is struggling to secure renewable energy in key Asian chipmaking nations like Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan, where clean power is limited despite rising AI-driven demand. flag The company’s emissions rose 23% since 2020, with over 97% coming from semiconductor manufacturing in the region, where emissions more than quadrupled in 2024. flag Competing for a small share of available green power, Microsoft is working with suppliers through energy coalitions to push for 100% carbon-free electricity, while pursuing long-term deals and on-site projects to support its data centers and AI infrastructure.

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