Microsoft snaps up Madagascan rainforest protection credits

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Tech giant becomes first buyer of carbon credits for Makira REDD+ scheme

Microsoft is helping to protect one of Madagascar's most pristine rainforests, after buying a block of carbon credits from the government. The IT giant confirmed last week that it has invested an undisclosed...

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