Robert Bernard is responsible for defining and implementing the global strategy for Microsoft’s environmental efforts. Under Rob’s leadership, Microsoft has set its first carbon reduction goal and rolled out a global campaign to engage with customers, partners and governments on ways to use information technology to reduce environmental impacts. Rob is passionate about promoting the role of technology in enabling energy efficiency, democratizing access to environmental information and advancing scientific breakthroughs. Prior to his career at Microsoft, Rob spent nearly 10 years in the construction and building management industry. He attended the Wharton School of Business where he earned his MBA.