Apple doubles investment in its carbon-removal Restore Fund

Apple is to invest up to $200 million in expanding its Restore Fund, the project that between Apple and partners including Conservation International, aims to fund "nature-based carbon removal projects."

William Gallagher 3 years ago 0

Apple working to make India's water systems better

To help improve water, sanitation, and hygiene in India, Apple is collaborating with the non-governmental group Frank Water.

Andrew Orr 3 years ago 4

iOS 16's Clean Energy Charging arriving later in 2022

A future update to iOS 16 will make the iPhone even more environmentally friendly, with Clean Energy Charging prioritizing recharging at times when cleaner energy sources are available.

Malcolm Owen 3 years ago 12

Apple increased recycled material use in 2021, expands environmental efforts

Apple is continuing to embrace the use of recycled materials in its products, with it making up almost 20% of all material used in Apple products in 2021.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 1

Apple opens applications for second Impact Accelerator program

Apple has opened up applications for its second Impact Accelerator, a program that provides training to minority-owned businesses in the environmental sector.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 1

Prince Charles, Jony Ive discuss Terra Carta's sustainability push

Former Apple design chief Jony Ive has talked about the creation of the Terra Carta in a conversation with the UK's Prince Charles, including the environmental message of the project and the production of its seal.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 11

Tim Cook pledges Apple donations after 30 tornadoes ravage southern U.S.

Apple will be supporting relief efforts after Friday and Saturday's series of tornadoes caused devastation in the South and Midwest of the United States, said CEO Tim Cook, by making donations.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 0

Apple's Lisa Jackson wants to protect 'most vulnerable communities' from climate change

In a new interview, Apple's Lisa Jackson says that environmental protection efforts must consider communities that are poor and have no political power.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 0

Apple joins First Movers Coalition to cut carbon emissions

Apple has joined the First Movers Coalition, an initiative by the U.S. government and the World Economic Government to help improve the environment by buying low-carbon products and reforming their supply chains.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 5

Apple joining program to help with greener chip manufacture

Apple has joined a new program intended to evaluate the environmental impact of chip design and manufacture in an effort to further cut back on its ecological footprint.

Mike Wuerthele 4 years ago 0

Chinese students sue Apple over not including chargers with iPhones

A group of students from Chinese universities are suing Apple over its decision to not include chargers with the iPhone 12 and later.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 46

Apple launches 'Power for Impact' clean energy community projects

Apple has announced that it continues to add 100% clean energy suppliers, and launches 10 "Power for Impact" projects, supporting local communities most affected by climate change.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 0

Apple's Lisa Jackson talks sustainability, environmental justice in new interview

Apple senior vice president Lisa Jackson recently appeared on the Jane Goodall podcast to talk about the company's sustainability initiatives and how businesses can innovate in the area.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 4

Apple-backed lobbying groups accused of fighting climate legislation

Watchdog claims unspecified groups, including some backed by Apple and Microsoft, are opposing President Biden's $3.5 trillion budget bill to combat climate change.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 25

Apple's push to make environmental & social changes is contagious, says exec

Apple's social and environmental initiatives are setting an example for other companies to follow, according to Apple's Racial Equity and Justice Initiative program lead Alisha Johnson, with businesses continuing to take over from governments in driving policy changes.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 3

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