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Balancing Technology and Nature: Microsoft's Eco Initiative

This chapter explores Microsoft's investment in restoring Brazilian forests for carbon credits while examining the environmental impacts of advancing AI technologies. A discussion with a senior research fellow reveals the intricate relationship between AI's energy demands and sustainable practices like forest restoration. The episode raises critical questions about transparency in the carbon credit market, the financial strain on smaller businesses, and the broader implications for equitable climate action.

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