The way our products are manufactured, used, and recycled represents the largest percentage of our total greenhouse gas emissions. That’s why we design products with better environmental performance in mind. We report that performance in comprehensive Product Environmental Reports.
Environmental Responsibility Report
This 2015 report (previously called the Facilities Environmental Footprint Report) documents the environmental footprint of Apple’s facilities, including Apple Retail Stores, and highlights ongoing efforts to reduce energy usage, water consumption, and waste production.
Regulated Substances Specification
Apple requires its suppliers to follow the rigorous standards set in our Regulated Substances Specification.
Verification of Apple’s Facilities Emissions
Apple’s facilities emissions are verified by Bureau Veritas (BV), a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification services. It is the opinion of BV that the greenhouse gas emissions information in Apple’s Environmental Responsibility Report is accurate and reliable.
Environmental Progress
For more than 20 years, Apple has been working on ways to minimize the impact our company and our products have on the environment. View our most recent milestones and read a history of our progress over the years, which includes the removal of harmful toxins, improvement of energy efficiency, and performance of our recycling program.
Recycling
Apple operates or participates in recycling programs in 99 percent of the regions where our products are sold. Visit our recycling site to responsibly recycle your old computers, displays, mobile phones, and iPod models.
Supplier Responsibility
Apple is committed to ensuring the highest standard of social responsibility wherever our products are made. Our Supplier Responsibility site outlines our Supplier Code of Conduct and the results of our recent supplier audits.