Tech Giants Defend Data Center Expansion Plans at Climate Meetings

Executives at Microsoft and Google addressed concerns over the rapid expansion of data centers during climate meetings in New York this week.

The executives sought to ease fears by highlighting steps they're taking to shield consumers from new facility costs, supporting local workforces, and reducing water usage related to their operations.

Moving forward, Microsoft Azure data center expansions are expected to continue, but the company is working to mitigate environmental concerns through more efficient practices.