Microsoft inks first Asian ERW removal credit deal with Indian firm

Published 19:07 on June 11, 2026 / Last updated at 19:07 on June 11, 2026 / / Americas (US & Canada), Asia Pacific (Asia), CO2 Management (Engineered Removals), Voluntary (VCM Developments)

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Microsoft has agreed to purchase up to 36,920 tonnes of CO2 removal credits from Indian enhanced rock weathering (ERW) developer Alt Carbon under a multi-year deal that marks the technology giant's first ERW procurement agreement in Asia.
Microsoft has agreed to purchase up to 36,920 tonnes of CO2 removal credits from Indian enhanced rock weathering (ERW) developer Alt Carbon under a multi-year deal that marks the technology giant's first ERW procurement agreement in Asia.


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