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Microsoft is on a mission of sustainability.

Microsoft is also expanding energy-saving options to Xbox One consoles too with this update, including shutdown mode.

Xbox in space, saving earth

Xbox’s new “Active Hours” feature will help those in standby mode to save power.

Microsoft has been working hard to reduce, and even eliminate carbon from its entire supply chain.

it’s possible for you to find out more about Microsoft’s climate efforts by headingover here.

Windows Central’s Take

Microsoft continues to put its money where its mouth is regarding sustainability.

Active Hours on Xbox Console

Xbox’s new “Active Hours” feature will help those in standby mode to save power.

Microsoft can only do so much to change global carbon use, of course.

Microsoft’s efforts, however, will continue to serve as a reminder that the challenge is not insurmountable.

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