Overview

• Microsoft has signed a 15-year deal to purchase 6.75 million metric tons of carbon removal, marking the largest permanent carbon removal agreement globally.
• The project, developed by AtmosClear BR, LLC, will be located at the Port of Greater Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and utilize BECCS technology with sustainable feedstocks like sugarcane bagasse and forest trimmings.
• Construction of the carbon capture facility is scheduled to begin in 2026, with commercial operations expected to start in 2029.
• The initiative represents an $800 million investment, projected to create 600 construction jobs and 75 permanent roles, while revitalizing forestry management employment in the region.
• The agreement supports Microsoft's goal to become carbon negative by 2030, leveraging advanced technologies to address climate change and deliver significant community benefits.