Microsoft Plans to 'Pay Our Own Way' to Power Data Centers

Microsoft plans to 'pay our own way' to power data centers

Microsoft says it will pay its own way as it spends $117B this year on AI and cloud data centers; delayed Chevron Kilby project targets 2028.

Microsoft Vows to Pay Its Own Way to Power Data Centers

Microsoft Corp. aims to find ways to power its data centers without relying on government subsidies or driving up costs for other electricity consumers.

Microsoft Reiterates Pledge to Cover Data Center Power Costs, Some Grid Upgrades

Microsoft's January policy calls for utility rates that cover the cost of serving its data centers and payment for transmission and substation work required by expansion.

Microsoft's Noelle Walsh says the company will pay for its own data center expansion

Microsoft's self-funding strategy for data centers could set a precedent for tech companies to alleviate community financial burdens and gain local support.