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Apple Achieves 60% Emissions Reduction, Advances Toward 2030 Carbon Neutrality Goal

The tech giant announces significant progress and outlines next steps, including a 75% emissions reduction target and expanded renewable energy initiatives.

Apple passed a 60 percent reduction in its global greenhouse gas emissions. That's part of its Apple 2030 goal to become carbon neutral in the next five years.
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Apple publishes new Environmental Progress Report for Earth Day.

Overview

  • Apple reports surpassing a 60% reduction in global greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2015 levels, marking a major milestone in its sustainability efforts.
  • The company aims for a 75% reduction in emissions by 2030, with remaining emissions to be offset through high-quality carbon credits.
  • Apple's supply chain now utilizes 17.8 gigawatts of renewable electricity, avoiding 21.8 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions in 2024 alone.
  • Key supplier initiatives include waste reduction, water conservation, and energy efficiency, collectively saving 90 billion gallons of fresh water since 2013.
  • Apple acknowledges increasing challenges as 2030 approaches, emphasizing the need for innovation, collaboration, and urgency to meet its ambitious goals.