Apple Inc., a leading technology company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of innovation since its founding in 1976. With major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, Apple has established itself as a dominant player in the consumer electronics and software industry. Renowned for its core products, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, and Apple Watch, the company is celebrated for its seamless integration of hardware and software, offering a unique user experience. Key milestones, such as the launch of the App Store in 2008 and the introduction of Apple Silicon in 2020, have solidified its market position. Apple's commitment to design excellence and cutting-edge technology has earned it numerous accolades, making it one of the most valuable brands globally.
How does Apple's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Apple's score of 59 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Apple reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 16,100,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 sources. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 55,200,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 3,400,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions, approximately 16,100,000,000 kg CO2e, came from Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Apple has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve 100% carbon neutrality for its entire supply chain and products by 2030. This long-term goal is part of a broader strategy to reduce absolute combined Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 62% by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Apple is committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity through FY2030. These initiatives reflect Apple's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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Add to project2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 21,220,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 139,160,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 202,060,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Apple is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.