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iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max
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iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus
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iPhone 16e
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iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus
Environment
Apple 2030 A plan as innovative
as our products.
We’re committed to
protecting the planet.
And designing products you
love. Apple 2030 is our
plan to do both.
protecting the planet.
And designing products you
love. Apple 2030 is our
plan to do both.
By focusing on recycled
and renewable materials,
clean electricity, and lower-carbon shipping, we’re working to bring our net emissions to zero across our entire carbon footprint.
and renewable materials,
clean electricity, and lower-carbon shipping, we’re working to bring our net emissions to zero across our entire carbon footprint.
We’re sharing our progress
— and the work that
remains — so you can
join us on this journey.
— and the work that
remains — so you can
join us on this journey.
A detailed approach.
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Design our products with recycled and renewable materials.1
Our Approach
Recycled and renewable materials often have a lower carbon footprint than mined materials. By sourcing more recycled and renewable content, we aim to one day end our reliance on mining.
Our Progress
24% of the materials we shipped in Apple products came from recycled or renewable sources.2
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Source all manufacturing electricity from renewable energy.
Our Approach
Most of our carbon footprint comes from the electricity
used to manufacture our products. So our suppliers are transitioning to electricity generated from solar, wind,
and other renewable sources.
Our Progress
Our suppliers sourced nearly 18 gigawatts of renewable energy in 2024, avoiding nearly 22 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions.
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Package and ship our products with lower emissions.
Our Approach
As part of our goal to eliminate plastic from our packaging,
we’re increasing the use of
fiber-based materials.3 We designed Apple Watch Series 10 packaging to be smaller and
more efficient than that of Apple Watch Series 9, reducing the volume by about 10% and increasing the number of boxes we can fit on a shipping pallet. -
Match 100% of our products’ energy use with clean electricity.5
Our Approach
To address the electricity used to charge and run our products, we’re investing in global renewable energy projects around the world. And we’re making products even more energy efficient.
Our Progress
We’re matching 100% of the expected customer electricity use for Mac mini and select Apple Watch options by investing in solar and wind projects around the world.6
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Maximize the materials we recover from recycled products.
Our Approach
We’ve created technologies, such as our disassembly robot Daisy, to recover critical materials so they can be recycled and reused.
Our Progress
In 2024, we expanded the capabilities of Daisy, which can now disassemble 36 iPhone models into discrete components and help us recover more materials for recycling.
Your devices have more to give.
Protect the earth’s precious resources by recycling the Apple devices and accessories you no longer use.
Our progress by the numbers.
We’ve expanded our lineup of carbon neutral products to include Apple Watch Series 10 and Mac mini.7
Over 60% reduction in CO₂e emissions across our carbon footprint since 2015.
21.8M metric tons of CO₂e emissions avoided through our Supplier Clean Energy Program in 2024.
The proof is in our products.
The same innovative thinking that goes into creating the products you love goes into our environmental initiatives. And as we design durable products, we’re also using smarter chemistry to make sure they’re safer for everyone who assembles, uses, and recycles them.
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Mac mini
A major step
toward 2030.
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Apple Watch Series 10
A carbon neutral milestone on your wrist.
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iPhone 16
More recycled content. From the outside in.
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Recovery
Daisy gets the most out of your old iPhone.
Partnerships that do a world of good.
Doing right by the planet means doing right by the people who live on it — especially those most impacted by environmental risks. So we’re supporting partners and communities worldwide. Because we can achieve more together than we can alone.
Help make
Mother Nature proud.
There are many small actions you can take to make a big difference for the planet.
Designed with the earth in mind.
Learn more about the progress of your Apple devices with our product environmental reports.
An even closer look at our progress.
Learn more about our plan and latest efforts to fight climate change and support equity.
View the 2025 Environmental Progress Report (PDF)Additional Reports and Resources
Resources
We aim to make durable, long-lasting products and enhance material recovery. And we’re committed to stewarding water resources and working to eliminate waste sent to landfills.
- Learn how we prioritize materials with our Material Impact Profiles (PDF)
- Read our white paper on Apple’s Paper and Packaging Strategy (PDF)
- Read our Responsible Fiber Specification (PDF)
- Read our white paper on expanding access to service and repairs (PDF)
- Learn how to trade in or recycle your device
- Learn more about disassembly for professional recyclers
- Read our Longevity by Design white paper (PDF)
- Read our white paper on Apple’s Water Strategy (PDF)
Smarter Chemistry
Apple has a rigorous program to ensure the safety of chemicals used in our products. Learn about Apple’s strict standards, detailed toxicological assessments, and methodology for assessing chemicals of concern.
- Read the Regulated Substances Specification (PDF)
- Read our white paper on Integrating Toxicological Assessments in Material Selection for Apple Products (PDF)
- Read our Protocol for Prioritizing Chemicals of Concern in the Electronics Industry (PDF)
- Read about Apple’s commitment to phasing out per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) (PDF)
Climate Change
Climate change is a defining issue of our time. View detailed updates on our progress.
People and Environment in Our Supply Chain
We hold ourselves and our suppliers to the highest standards of labor and human rights, health and safety in the workplace, environmental practices, and the responsible sourcing of materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Apple and the environment.
More from Apple on the environment.
PRESS RELEASE
Apple Koregaon Park opens to customers this Thursday, September 4, in Pune
September 2, 2025
UPDATE
Apple expands U.S. supply chain with $500 million commitment
July 15, 2025
UPDATE
Apple surpasses 60 percent reduction in global greenhouse gas emissions
April 16, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
Apple Miami Worldcenter opens Friday, January 24, in downtown Miami
January 22, 2025
UPDATE
Apple celebrates America’s national parks
August 19, 2024
UPDATE
Gravity Water prepares the next generation of water stewards in Vietnam
May 21, 2024
Our values lead the way.
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Supply Chain Innovation
We prioritize providing safe, respectful, and supportive workplaces for everyone.
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Racial Equity
and Justice InitiativeWe’re addressing systemic racism by expanding opportunities for communities of color globally.
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Privacy
We design every product and service to keep your data safe and secure.
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Accessibility
Our built-in accessibility features are designed to work the way you do.
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Inclusion and Diversity
We’re holding ourselves accountable for creating a culture where everyone belongs.
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Education
We empower students and educators to learn, create, and define their own success.
