Microsoft launched its Community-First AI Infrastructure initiative on January 13, 2026, committing to cover all electricity costs for its AI data centers and replenish more water than consumed to address community opposition.
- President Trump publicly approved the initiative, aligning with his policy requiring tech firms to cover data center power costs without raising consumer bills.
- Microsoft President Brad Smith met with lawmakers to advocate for the industry footing these infrastructure costs.
- The stock closed at $473.33, down 0.81%, tracking a broader market downtrend.