Apple Inc. emissions and targets

Apple Inc. emissions and targets | Carbon3

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What the public record says about this company's decarbonization.

Cached 14 Jul 2026

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Apple targets a 75% absolute reduction in Scope 1-3 emissions by 2030 from its 2015 baseline (already >60% achieved, with FY2024 Scope 1+2 at 0.1 MtCO2e and Scope 3 at ~15 MtCO2e) alongside full carbon neutrality, exceeding SBTi-validated benchmarks and peer commitments amid tightening regulations such as the EU CSDDD. These goals will be advanced through scaled supplier renewable procurement adding 5 GW capacity with TSMC and Foxconn, Restore Fund carbon insetting, 100% recycled cobalt/tin/gold/rare earths mandates via Li-Cycle and Redwood Materials, and F-GHG abatement at Samsung Display and BOE, collectively delivering 6.9 MtCO2e annual reductions while building on 17.8 GW of existing supplier renewables and 30%+ recycled content. The $2.193 billion green bond program and targeted investments of $1.425 billion across these initiatives are projected to generate over $520 million in returns over five years, converting decarbonization from a cost center into a revenue driver via carbon insetting that yields $75 million while directly offsetting manufacturing emissions. This approach simultaneously strengthens MSCI ESG positioning, mitigates supply-chain and reputational risks, and accelerates competitive differentiation through closed-loop circularity and verified nature-based removals.

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Sections in the report

5 sections

GHG Emissions Reduction
Apple reduced global greenhouse gas emissions by more than 60% since 2015 baseline, with FY2024 Scope 1+2 at 0.1 million tCO2e and Scope 3 at ~15 million tCO2e.
Apple 2030 Carbon Neutrality Goal
Science-based target validated by SBTi to reduce absolute Scope 1-3 emissions by 62% by FY2030 from FY2019 baseline, aiming for full carbon neutrality across footprint.
Renewable Energy Transition
Achieved 100% renewable electricity for corporate operations; suppliers procured 17.8+ GW renewable capacity, avoiding over 26 million tCO2e in 2025.
Circular Economy and Recycled Materials
Highest-ever recycled content (30%+ in products); targets include 100% recycled cobalt, tin, gold, and rare earths by 2025-2030.
ESG Ratings and Certifications
MSCI ESG rating of BBB; ISO 14001 certified facilities with transparent reporting aligned to TCFD, SASB, and GHG Protocol.

Scope 1, direct	55,200<1%
Scope 2, purchased energy	3,300<1%
Scope 3, value chain	15,110,000100%
Total	15,168,500

Apple Inc.

How the reported footprint breaks down by scope and year.

How Apple Inc. compares with its industry peers on Scope 3.

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Reported emissions by year

FY2024

Scope 3 by category, 2024

What the SBTi listing says about the company's targets.

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Scope 3 position

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What the public record says about this company's decarbonization.

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