Case Discussion Questions

1. Is Microsoft’s decision to go carbon negative by 2030 in the best interests of

Microsoft’s stockholders? What about other stakeholders such as the company’s

customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities in which it does business?

2. Viewed through the lens of “rights theories,” is Microsoft’s decision to go carbon

negative by 2030 ethical?

3. Apply John Rawls’ concept of the veil of ignorance to Microsoft’s decision. What

conclusion do you reach about Microsoft’s decision?