Apple's Carbon Neutrality Progress Report and Key Findings

Insights:

-Apple has achieved 100% carbon neutrality across corporate operations.

-Their trajectory is heading towards a net zero carbon footprint by 2030 as Apple invests heavily in renewable energy and sustainable materials - especially with the launch of the new Apple Watch - first carbon neutral product.

-The iPhone 7, released in 2016 had the highest emissions correlating to the lowest revenue ($215M) Apple has seen in a ten-year time frame - 2012 thru 2022.

-Overall, Apple will likely achieve this goal by 2030.

Further Information:

While prioritizing processes to remove their carbon footprint, some emissions are unavoidable which is why they are investing in high-quality carbon removal projects that help restore ecosystems and support local communities to bridge the gap.

Apple's highest revenue year correlates with:

1. More than 40,000 metric tons of electronic scrap from their products were directed to recycling in 2022.

2. 95% of Tungsten used in products in 2022 came from recycled sources

Zero plastic in packaging by 2025, only 4% of plastic footprint left in packaging.

Works Cited: Environment - Apple