Posted 9/17/2023, 1:11:53 PM

Apple Steps Up Efforts for Carbon Neutrality, Renewable Energy Use

Apple CEO Tim Cook discusses the company's efforts towards using renewable energy and achieving carbon neutrality.
Apple has invested in solar farms in Texas and other states to power its operations with clean energy. The goal is to match energy use with renewable energy production.
Cook wants Apple's environmental efforts to inspire other companies to take similar steps towards carbon neutrality.
Apple's new Apple Watch is its first carbon neutral product. The goal is to make the iPhone carbon neutral as well within 7 years.
Cook discusses launching the new Apple Vision augmented reality product in 2024 and Apple's approach to bringing employees back to the office post-pandemic.

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