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What is one reason Apple wanted to do more to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
Apple suppliers commit to using "green energy"

Workers install panels at a solar station in Hongyuan, China, in June 2015. Photo by: Jie Zhao/Corbis via Getty Images
By Washington Post, adapted by Newsela staff
Published:04/19/2019
Lexile: 860

Apple recently made an announcement. The maker of iPhones, iPads and Mac computers said that 21 of its manufacturers have pledged to get all their electricity from renewable sources. These are energy sources such as wind and solar power that do not emit greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide.
Apple's manufacturers are the companies that make parts for Apple products. With this change, more than 40 percent of the energy used by Apple and all its manufacturers would come from renewable sources.
The plan continues Apple's commitment to "green energy," the company said. Last year, it purchased enough renewable energy for all of its own operations. It also bought renewable energy for many of its suppliers.
A Wealthy Company Takes On Climate Change
Apple relies on these outside companies to make its products. Their manufacturing produces most of the pollution related to Apple's business. Apple's goal is to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. These gases include carbon dioxide. Scientists have linked such gases to climate change. They contribute to warmer average temperatures around the world.
A majority of those suppliers were based in China, said Apple's Lisa Jackson. She is a company vice president who works on Apple's environmental plans. She said the company is excited that it is making good progress. One aim is to show other companies they can also do more to protect the environment.
The announcement from Apple comes at a welcome time for environmentalists. Apple is one of the wealthiest companies in the world. More and more customers are asking top companies to take the lead in addressing climate change.
Apple Isn't Alone
The U.S. government is no longer playing a leading role on the issue. President Donald Trump has said reducing greenhouse gases hurts American businesses. In 2017, he withdrew the country from the Paris climate accord. This agreement seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions worldwide. Nearly all of the countries in the world joined it.
Jackson joined Apple after working for President Barack Obama. Obama helped craft the Paris climate accord. She mentioned that the U.S. leaving the agreement is part of why Apple wanted to do more.
Apple is not only very wealthy. Its products are very well known. The company can have a big influence on other companies. Apple wanted to set a good example and cuts its own emissions. Other big companies are also taking action. Google, for example, is helping local leaders identify sources of carbon pollution.
Apple also raised money to promote climate-related efforts. The company contributed to 40 environmental projects. They have ranged from solar rooftops in Japan to water conservation in Oregon.
Old Chargers And Cords Become "E-Waste"
For others, it may take more convincing that Apple really wants to protect the environment. Many have pointed out problems with Apple products. They often result in mountains of "e-waste," they say. Critics blame the company's steady stream of new products. People get rid of old devices for new ones. For example, Apple frequently has changed the design of power chargers on its cellphones and laptops. This change leads to many power cords being thrown away.
Jackson said Apple is working on the charger question. At the same time, it is taking other actions. The company is committed to using recycled materials in many of its devices. Using recycled materials can reduce the need for mining.
Last October, Apple took a step with how it uses aluminum. The company committed to using recycled aluminum in many of its products. Recycling can reduce the amount of energy needed to make new materials. Jackson noted that smelting aluminum remains a major source of emissions.
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