Apple has announced that it has surpassed a 60 percent reduction in its global greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2015 levels, as part of its Apple 2030 goal to become carbon neutral across its operations by 2030. The company’s efforts have also led to significant progress in reducing waste, conserving water, and promoting sustainable materials.
Since launching the Supplier Clean Water Program in 2013, Apple has saved over 90 billion gallons of fresh water, with a reuse rate of 42 percent last year alone. Suppliers participating in the Zero Waste program have redirected approximately 600,000 metric tons of waste from landfills since its inception in 2015.
Apple’s environmental progress is also reflected in its products, such as the new MacBook Air with over 55 percent recycled content overall. The company has introduced several innovations to reduce carbon emissions across its three biggest sources – materials, electricity, and transportation – before using high-quality carbon credits from nature-based projects to balance the small amount of remaining emissions.
To celebrate Earth Day, Apple is offering customers a series of ways to learn and take action to protect the planet. Customers can bring in their old Apple products for credit or responsible recycling through Apple Trade In and free recycling programs available at Apple Store locations worldwide. Additionally, they can receive 10 percent off an eligible accessory when recycling an item in-store until May 16.
Apple’s environmental efforts are available for more information on apple.com/environment.
Source: https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2025/04/apple-surpasses-60-percent-reduction-in-global-greenhouse-gas-emissions