Environment
Apple 2030 A plan as innovative
as our products.
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Design our products with recycled and renewable materials. one Our Approach Recycled and renewable materials often carry a lighter footprint than mined materials. By sourcing more recycled and renewable content, we can help to one day end our reliance on mining. Our Progress 22% of the materials we shipped in Apple products came from recycled and renewable sources. two -
Source all manufacturing electricity from clean 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 Over 320 of our suppliers have already committed to using 100% renewable electricity by 2030. three -
Package and ship our products with less emissions. -
Match 100% of our products’ energy use with clean electricity. six Our Approach We’re investing in global renewable energy projects that help address the electricity our products use. And we’re making these products even more energy efficient. Our Progress We’re matching 100% of the expected electricity use for Apple Watch models by investing in projects like the IP Radian Solar project. seven -
Maximize the materials we recover from recycled products.
Our progress by the numbers.
The proof is in our products.
Partnerships that do a world of good.
Help make
Mother Nature proud.
Trade in your
device for credit.
Or recycle it for free.
Charge your iPhone when your local grid is cleaner. seventeen
Designed with the earth in mind.
An even closer look at our progress.
Additional Reports and Resources
Circular Economy
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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
Smarter Chemistry
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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
People and Environment in Our Supply Chain
Frequently Asked Questions
More from Apple on the environment.
Our values lead the way.
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Accessibility Our built-in accessibility features are designed to work the way you do. -
Privacy We design every product and service to keep your data safe and secure. -
Racial Equity
and Justice Initiative We’re addressing systemic racism by expanding opportunities for communities of color globally. -
Supply Chain Innovation We prioritize providing safe, respectful, supportive workplaces for everyone. -
Inclusion and Diversity We’re holding ourselves accountable for creating a culture where everyone belongs. -
Education We empower students and educators to learn, create, and define their own success.