Apple Advances Toward Carbon Neutrality with Major Clean Energy and Water Initiatives
Apple's investments in renewable energy and water conservation are set to achieve its 2030 environmental goals, with significant progress reported in 2024.
- Apple has tripled its clean energy usage since 2020, now powering its operations and supply chain with over 18 gigawatts of renewable energy.
- The company is on track to be carbon neutral across its entire value chain by 2030, with 95% of its direct suppliers now using clean energy.
- Significant investments in solar energy projects in the U.S. and Europe aim to match the electricity used by customers to power Apple devices.
- Apple's water conservation efforts include partnerships to replenish 100% of the fresh water used in high-stress locations, with nearly 7 billion gallons of water benefits planned over the next 20 years.
- Through its Green Bonds, Apple has funded substantial environmental projects, including new clean energy initiatives and watershed restoration efforts.
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