Microsoft to overhaul AI data center building with community-first approach — says it will 'be a good neighbor' to communities, cover energy cost increases, and replenish water

Published: (January 13, 2026 at 10:58 AM EST)
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Source: Tom’s Hardware

Microsoft’s Five‑Point Plan for AI Data Centers

Microsoft’s five‑point plan focuses on electricity use, water consumption, building local jobs and training people, investing in local infrastructure, and the long‑term skills development of the community surrounding its AI data centers.

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