Apple has announced contracts for 650 megawatts of renewable power in Europe, marking another major step in its global sustainability efforts. The deal covers a mix of wind and solar projects, many of which are already operational or nearing completion.
A large portion of the power will offset the energy consumed by Apple products in use, such as MacBooks and Apple Watches, which together account for about one-third of Apple’s total carbon footprint.
The company is sourcing renewable energy from across the continent, including solar farms in Greece, Latvia, Spain, and Poland, and wind farms in Romania and Italy. In total, these projects are expected to significantly expand Apple’s clean energy portfolio in Europe.
In addition, Apple plans to invest $150 million in China to help its suppliers switch to renewable energy. Currently, more than 90% of Apple’s manufacturing in China already runs on renewable sources.
While the news appeared on Apple’s regional websites, it was not included on its U.S. press page, where the company has previously shared such announcements.
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Apple joins other tech giants like Microsoft and Meta, both of which continue to ramp up solar and wind investments to power their operations and data centers. Solar and wind remain the fastest and most cost-effective ways for tech firms to meet their sustainability targets.
