Apple invests in the construction of two of the world’s largest onshore wind turbines
World’s largest onshore wind turbines in Denmark and new clean energy efforts in Germany advance Apple’s new 2030 carbon neutral goal.
Environment
Apple pledges to eliminate its whole carbon footprint by 2030
Apple became carbon neutral in April 2020, but it plans to eliminate its whole carbon footprint in about a decade.
The next Apple Watch Activity challenge’s been scheduled for June 5 World Environment Day
In celebration of World Environment Day, the next Apple Watch Activity challenge will have you standing and moving around for at least one minute during 12 hours on June 5.
Apple named ‘Outstanding Brand’ by CITI for its focus on the environment in China
Apple has been recognized for its environmental work in China by the Corporate Information Transparency Index (CITI).
United Nations awards Apple for its environmental work
The United Nations has awarded Apple for its environmentally-friendly impact across the globe, including its use of 100% renewable energy.
Tim Cook’s commencement address at Tulane University
“In some important ways, my generation has failed you,” Apple CEO Tim Cook, who is part of the Baby Boomer generation, said yesteday in his commencement speech to Tulane University graduates, who are members of Generation Z.
Apple’s overall carbon footprint was 35% lower in the past 3 years (and other tidbits from its 2019 Environment report)
The detailed report highlights all the advances Apple’s made in helping preserve our environment and making its products more environment-friendly and way more energy-efficient.
Apple quadruples recycling programs, opens a lab dedicated to material recovery research
Apple continues to expand its programs to ensure devices are used for as long as possible. Today’s announcements bring the company a step closer to fulfilling that goal.
44 Apple suppliers pledge to use clean energy
Company funded 28 environmental projects with the now-completed $2.5 billion green bond allocations. 66 percent of the renewable energy it uses comes from these projects.
New 10-second videos promote Apple Watch bands & the final assembly of an iPhone
The videos highlight personalization options available via Spring-themed Apple Watch bands and the company’s environmental efforts when it comes to iPhone assembly.
Apple announces $300 million fund to promote clean energy in China
Apple has announced a new Chinese-based initiative to connect suppliers with renewable energy sources. At launch, 10 suppliers have signed onto the program.
Apple introduces new iPhone-dismantling robot Daisy ahead of Earth Day
Apple on Thursday shared its 2018 environmental report, highlighting all of the steps it’s taken over the last year to reduce its impact on the environment. As announced earlier this month, the company has reached its longterm goal of using renewable energy to power 100% of its operations, and it even says it has convinced over 20 of its suppliers to commit to the same goal.
