The impact of Apple's green strategies on business, education, healthcare, and government

Apple’s 2025 Environmental Progress Report outlines an ambitious path toward full carbon neutrality by 2030. The company has already reduced its global emissions by more than 60% and continues to innovate in recycled materials, renewable electricity, clean energy offsetting, and low-emission transportation. These actions have a significant impact across various sectors, including business, education, healthcare, and government.

Key Environmental Strategies:

• Recycled and renewable materials : 24% of the materials used in Apple products shipped in 2024 will come from recycled or renewable sources. The goal is to eliminate reliance on mining, promoting responsible consumption and circular supply chains.

• Renewable electricity for production : Apple and its suppliers generated 18 gigawatts of renewable energy in 2024, avoiding nearly 22 million tons of greenhouse gases.

• Low-emission shipping and packaging : New products are delivered in packaging made from 100% fiber. Logistics emissions are reduced by prioritizing maritime, rail, and other environmentally friendly transport methods.

• Clean energy for device use : Apple offsets the energy consumption of its devices worldwide through investments in clean energy projects.

• Advanced recycling technology : The Daisy robot now disassembles components from 36 iPhone models to recover valuable materials.

• Waste and resource management : The programs have prevented 3.6 million tons from ending up in landfills, restored 60,000 hectares of certified forests, protected 40,000 hectares of ecosystems and saved 50 billion liters of water in a single year.

  
  

Impact on Health and Government:

As consultants specializing in Apple solutions for various sectors, we can tell you that the impact extends even further:

For the Healthcare Sector

• Responsibility in medical devices : Apple's commitment to material safety ensures that devices used in patient care—such as iPads for medical records, iPhones for telemedicine, and wearables—meet strict chemical and environmental standards.

• Sustainable purchasing : Hospitals and clinics are increasingly seeking environmentally friendly suppliers. Apple's recycled materials and zero-waste programs align with these responsible purchasing policies.

• Water and waste reduction: Apple's innovations help healthcare facilities reduce electronic waste and conserve resources, improving operational sustainability.

• ESG and regulatory compliance : Collaboration with Apple facilitates compliance with environmental regulations, thanks to the documentation and reports that the company provides.

  
  

For the Government Sector

• Leadership in public sustainability : Apple's vision on carbon neutrality and ethics in the supply chain offers public bodies proven models for responsible IT infrastructures.

• Energy efficiency and savings : Government offices, smart cities, and digital utilities that use Apple technologies benefit from efficient hardware and centralized resource management.

• Regulatory alignment : Apple's transparency and compliance help government institutions meet local and international environmental requirements.

• Community projects and ecosystems : Apple's investments in ecosystem restoration and sustainable water use are benchmarks for government-led projects and public-private partnerships.

  
  

For Education and Business

• Sustainable learning and operations : Schools, universities, and businesses improve their brand image and promote responsible resource management through the use of Apple devices.

• Durability and cost savings : Apple devices, designed to last and be recycled, reduce the total cost of ownership and support the sustainability goals of any organization.

  
  

If you want to learn more about how your organization can implement a more responsible digital strategy, don't miss our article on sustainable digitalization in the public sector on the Setek Consultants blog .

Apple's progress on climate action is transforming standards in business, education, healthcare, and government . Choosing Apple is not just about choosing cutting-edge technology, but about partnering with a leader in sustainability. This benefits the environment and positions institutions at the forefront of responsible digital transformation, with advantages that extend far beyond the technological realm.

Want to learn how to implement these solutions in your organization? Contact Setek Consultants today and we'll guide you on your journey towards sustainability and technological innovation.