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Apple's Green Leap: Recycled Content Hits New High
17 Apr
Summary
- Apple achieved a record 30% recycled content in products shipped last year.
- The company reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 60% since 2015.
- Apple aims for carbon neutrality across its value chain by 2030.
Apple has reported substantial environmental progress, with a record 30% of the products it shipped last year incorporating recycled content. This achievement is part of the company's ongoing commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030, as detailed in its 2025 Environmental Progress Report.
The company has made significant strides in reducing its environmental impact, notably slashing greenhouse gas emissions by 60% from its 2015 baseline. Apple is actively transitioning its entire value chain to clean electricity to meet its ambitious 2030 carbon neutrality target.
This commitment to sustainability extends to its product design, with initiatives like the MacBook Neo boasting the highest recycled content and lowest carbon footprint among Apple laptops. The company also uses 100% recycled cobalt in its batteries and 100% recycled rare-earth elements in its magnets.
While Apple has achieved carbon neutrality in its corporate operations, it is now focused on transforming its value chain emissions. For unavoidable emissions, such as those from business travel, the company is investing in carbon offsets through projects in Guatemala and China.
