The last time Microsoft was rated, it had fewer certifications and notable awards and the new targets it set have broader positive influence. In all target areas Microsoft invests in AI and often researches or pioneers new technology, clearly providing in its field of operations. It is great to see companies use their strength for the advantage of the planet. Microsoft has been 100% carbon neutral, through the purchase of carbon offsets, since 2012. With the years passing, Microsoft still does not run on 100% renewable energy, for the worse, the company does not disclose its share of renewable energy. Unfortunately, in the case of Microsoft, carbon offsets are used incorrectly, as its emissions keep rising. 

Microsoft uses its suppliers’ CDP Supply Chain responses to determine Scope 1, Scope 2, upstream Scope 3 emission factors (tCO2e/$ revenue). In July 2021, 87% of its in-scope suppliers reported their emissions to CDP, up 12% from 2020 and we hope that soon that number will round up to 100%. We would also want to know what other factors, besides emissions, Microsoft takes under consideration when it comes to suppliers. The company itself has taken steps towards water positive and zero waste operations, but, unfortunately its water use greatly increased and it does not consider post-consumer waste at all. Microsoft’s achievements focus mostly on environmental issues, forgetting about social and developmental causes. 

We can say that Microsoft has improved since our last rating, but not much, that is why its rating remains C.