• 30% carbon footprint reduction: Apple’s iPhone 16 Plus achieved a 30% reduction in emissions, thanks to recycled materials and supplier innovations.
• 85% recycled aluminum: The iPhone 16 enclosure uses 85% recycled aluminum, contributing to an 8% reduction in total product emissions.
• 100% fiber-based packaging: The new packaging is 100% fiber-based, marking significant progress toward eliminating plastic by 2025.

Apple’s Green Push for iPhone 16

Apple continues its drive toward sustainability with the release of the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, reducing their carbon footprint by 30% compared to earlier models. This milestone aligns with Apple’s 2030 goal of carbon neutrality.

“We’ve reduced emissions for iPhone 16 Plus by 30 percent compared to business-as-usual scenarios,” Apple stated in their Product Environmental Report.

The iPhone 16’s casing is made from 85% recycled aluminum, cutting product emissions by 8%. The device also uses 100% recycled tungsten and rare earth elements in magnets, with Apple targeting 100% recycled cobalt in batteries by 2025.

Packaging for the iPhone 16 is now 100% fiber-based, with no plastic except for coatings and inks. This shift is a crucial part of Apple’s pledge to remove all plastic from packaging by 2025.

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Apple is also pushing suppliers to transition to low-carbon electricity, already accounting for over 30% of manufacturing energy. The shift to renewable energy has reduced product emissions by 20%, furthering Apple’s commitment to a greener supply chain.

Apple’s continued efforts to improve product longevity and use recycled materials showcase their dedication to sustainability.

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