Microsoft has signed a new carbon-removal deal, countering previous reports that it was pausing its carbon removal purchases. The company, which accounts for over 90% of the carbon-removal market, aims to reassure CDR startups about its continued commitment to carbon removal initiatives.
Background
Carbon removal technologies are increasingly seen as crucial for achieving net-zero emissions, with Microsoft being a major player in the carbon-removal market through its Climate Innovation Fund and carbon-negative commitment by 2030.
- Source
- TechCrunch
- Published
- May 21, 2026 at 04:30 AM
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- 7.0 / 10