Apple plans to eliminate the use of plastic packaging entirely by the conclusion of 2024

Apple is taking a bold step in its commitment to the environment by announcing its intention to completely phase out plastic packaging and gradually reduce the use of leather products by the end of 2024. By 2030, Apple aims to achieve a net-zero climate impact from its devices. Notably, the company is now sourcing crucial metals like aluminum, cobalt, and gold from recycled sources.

This eco-friendly initiative aligns with Apple's broader goal of creating a more sustainable world. Alongside the reduction of plastic and leather, Apple is investing in renewable energy sources to offset the electricity consumption of its Watch Series 9 users.

Starting immediately, Apple will no longer use leather in its products, opting instead for FineWoven materials made from recycled sources, offering a variety of stylish colors. The new Apple Watch Ultra 2 also incorporates recycled materials, with over 95% of its case now coming from recycled sources.

These efforts contribute to Apple's ambitious 2030 objective of incorporating more recycled materials and achieving net-zero carbon production. To accomplish this, Apple is collaborating with more than 50 suppliers worldwide, aiming for a 75% reduction in emissions by the end of the decade. As a testament to its progress, Apple has used 13.7 gigawatts of renewable electricity in its supply chain, preventing 17.4 million metric tons of carbon emissions, equivalent to the emissions of nearly 4 million vehicles.

Moreover, Apple has reduced its overall emissions by 45% since 2015 and is a prominent advocate for green energy and recycled materials. The company has allocated over $4.7 billion to Green Bonds through the Restore Fund. Notably, 90% of Apple's manufacturing expenses now go toward partnerships related to the Apple Supplier Clean Energy Program, extending to its entire product lineup, including the latest iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9.

In a significant milestone, the new iPhone 15 lineup features recycled materials, including 100% renewed cobalt in the battery, marking a groundbreaking achievement in rare-Earth material recycling.