Microsoft Signs Record Deal to Buy Soil Carbon Credits for 2030 Carbon Goal

Microsoft has signed a 12-year agreement with Indigo Carbon to purchase a record 2.85 million soil carbon credits linked to regenerative agriculture in the United States, valued between $171 million and $228 million. This deal supports Microsoft's goal to become carbon negative by 2030 despite rising emissions from AI. Indigo Carbon highlights the environmental benefits and financial incentives for farmers, while market data shows growing demand for such credits in corporate climate actions.