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Microsoft Corp

Common Name
Microsoft
Country
United States
Sector
Technology
Industry
Software - Infrastructure
Employees
228,000
Ticker
MSFT
Exchange
NASDAQ/NGS
Description
Microsoft Corp. is a multinational technology corporation that develops, licenses, and supports a diverse range of software products, services, and hardware. At the forefront of its offerings is the W...

Microsoft's Energy Data Preview

In 2023, Microsoft disclosed key data related to its energy management practices, providing transparency into its operational energy use in line with recognized sustainability reporting frameworks.

Microsoft disclosed progress toward renewable energy adoption, highlighting the share of total energy sourced from renewable versus non-renewable sources.

Finally, Microsoft also reported the types of energy sources as well as generation technologies, helping stakeholders evaluate Microsoft's reliance on fossil fuels versus cleaner alternatives.

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You are viewing a limited preview of Microsoft’s Energy dataset. The full dataset, available for download, includes reported energy consumption and production by energy type (e.g., electricity, heat, fuels), energy source, and renewability, with historical coverage back to 2020.
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a. Microsoft's Sustainability Data Spreadsheet 2024

Insights into Microsoft's Energy Renewability

In 2023, Microsoft consumed a total of 86.43 million Gigajoules of energy across its operations. Of this total, 98.17% was sourced from renewable energy, either derived from natural resources like biofuels, biomass, or biogas, or generated using renewable technologies such as solar or wind power. The remaining 1.83% was classified as non-renewable energy, coming from fossil-based fuels such as coal, natural gas, or crude oil, or from non-renewable generation technologies like nuclear power.a

Microsoft's Energy Renewability Rate

98%

How much of Microsoft's energy consumed is renewable?

In 2023, Microsoft consumed a total of 86.43 million Gigajoules of energy, of which 98.17% was derived from renewable sources, including biofuels, biomass, biogas, solar, and wind power.a

This high level of renewable energy use suggests that Microsoft has taken strong steps toward decarbonizing its energy supply and reducing its dependence on fossil fuels.

Are Microsoft's energy practices becoming more sustainable?

Since 2020, Microsoft's total energy consumption increased by 112.77%, including a 28.76% increase in 2023, reflecting a sustained rise in overall energy demand.a

Over the same period, the share of renewable energy increased by 8.12%, while holding steady in 2023, indicating past gains that have recently stabilized.a

Overall, Microsoft’s energy trends reveal a complex picture, with variations in total consumption and renewable sourcing. A closer examination of operational drivers and sourcing strategies is needed to fully assess the company’s environmental impact.

Microsoft's Renewable vs Non-renewable Energy Over Time

93.33 M43.33 M6.67 M93.33 MGigajoules (GJ)202320222021202098%97%92%91%
  • Renewable Energy Consumed
  • Non-renewable Energy Consumed

Insights into Microsoft's Energy Consumption & Production Mix

In 2023, Microsoft disclosed detailed information on the sources and generation technologies of the energy it consumed.This disclosure enables a clearer assessment of the Microsoft's overall energy mix, its sourcing strategy, and its reliance on fossil fuels versus cleaner alternatives such as renewables and low-carbon technologies.a

Microsoft's Energy Consumed by Sources and Technologies

Electricity(Unspecified Source)(95.5%)

What are the main sources and generation technologies behind Microsoft's energy consumption?

In 2023, Microsoft's total energy consumption was primarily sourced from a

  • Electricity (Unspecified Source) (95.46%)
  • Natural Gas (1.94%)
  • Crude Oil (1.31%)

How diverse is Microsoft’s energy consumption mix?

In 2023, Microsoft consumed energy from 7 different sources or generation technologies, indicating a highly concentrated energy mix, with Electricity (Unspecified Source) alone accounting for 95.46% of total consumption.a

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