Apple has revealed an enhancement of its ecological programs across five European nations, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and its aim of achieving 100% carbon neutrality by 2030. This declaration encompasses the creation of new renewable energy projects and a considerable contribution to promote environmental education in China.
### Looking East to Advance the Apple 2030 Initiative
In a recent press announcement, Apple outlined intentions to incorporate 650 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy capacity to correspond with the electricity consumption of European clients for powering Apple products. This effort builds upon the company’s previous initiatives, including a 131 MW solar installation that commenced operations in Segovia, Spain, earlier this year.
The new projects, which feature expansive solar and wind farms in Greece, Italy, Latvia, Poland, and Romania, are anticipated to provide around 3,000 gigawatt-hours of renewable energy to the grid each year by 2030. Apple projects that these initiatives will unlock over $600 million in funding and produce more than 1 million megawatt-hours of clean power for its customers by the target date.
#### Nation-Specific Plans
– **Greece**: Apple has entered into a long-term contract to obtain energy from a 110 MW solar project managed by HELLENiQ ENERGY, which is currently operational and supports Greece’s shift to renewable energy.
– **Italy**: The company is supporting a 129 MW collection of solar and wind initiatives, with the inaugural solar project in Sicily expected to start operations this month.
– **Poland**: Apple has facilitated a 40 MW solar array by Econergy, which is set to go live later this year, and it plans to acquire energy from a 99 MW wind farm in Galați County, Romania.
– **Latvia**: Apple has secured one of the nation’s first corporate power purchase agreements with European Energy, which will contribute 110 MW of clean energy capacity to the grid through a new solar farm.
### Environmental Education Contribution in China
Alongside its renewable energy projects, Apple announced a $30 million grant to Tsinghua University in China. This funding will create a comprehensive program aimed at equipping students with the necessary knowledge and skills to foster sustainable innovation in their future professions.
Apple CEO Tim Cook conveyed pride in the partnership with Tsinghua University, highlighting the significance of empowering the upcoming generation to leverage innovation and collaboration to build a better world.
For additional details regarding Apple’s ecological initiatives, visit the [Apple 2030 initiative page](https://www.apple.com/environment/).
