Societal impact
Discover how we're helping the UK by; supporting inclusive economic opportunity, protecting fundamental human rights, committing to environmental sustainability and earning trust.
Seizing the AI opportunity
To help make the most of artificial intelligence, we’re expanding our UK programme, Get On, to support one million people with AI skills.
Discover our AI skills plan
Empowering NHS workers
Through our five-year deal with NHS England, we’re giving 1.5 million healthcare staff access to Microsoft 365 workplace tools.
Explore the NHS deal
Announcing our AI for environmental sustainability cohort
Ten companies focused on reducing carbon emissions and waste, preserving water and protecting ecosystems have been selected to take part in Microsoft's AI for Environmental Sustainability Accelerator programme.
Discover the AI start-ups
Turning the tide
A new Minecraft world built in collaboration by Minecraft, the Environment Agency and BlockBuilders is inspiring children to tackle flooding and climate change.
Building the next generation of STEM leaders
All our news in one place
Read more about Microsoft's societal impact work on our UK News Centre.
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Microsoft’s Carbon Reduction Plan
Microsoft UK is committed to leading the way in sustainability. This Carbon Reduction Plan outlines our ambitious goals and strategic actions towards a greener future.
Discover how we aim to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030
Supporting refugees
Microsoft has partnered with UK charity Breaking Barriers and others to help refugees gain skills and new employment prospects.
Discover Unlocking Refugee Talent
Accelerating NHS cancer care
Patients at Addenbrooke’s Hospital are receiving cancer treatment faster, thanks to a new AI solution.
Learn how AI cuts waiting times
Building a digital skills pipeline
As part of our Get On campaign, we're helping 1.5 million people build technology careers and connecting 300,000 to tech job opportunities through apprenticeships, training paths and more.
The impact of digital apprentices
Committing to an environmentally sustainable future
We've help build a practical blueprint of short - and long-term actions to help UK organisations drive a greener, more sustainable future for everyone.
Accelerating the journey to net zero
Stopping illegal wildlife trafficking
We're combatting the $23 billion illegal wildlife trafficking industry with a first-of-its-kind multispecies AI model in airports.
Discover Project SEEKER
Protecting UK biodiversity
In partnership with SSE Renewables, Avanade and NatureScot, we're using AI to help track and protect UK wildlife.
Why counting puffins matters
Building a more equitable and sustainable future globally
All the Microsoft UK priority issues found in our report are also reflected in our global CSR strategy.
Explore our Corporate Social Responsibility Report