Apple is expanding its renewable energy commitments with a new deal to source solar power from Australia, reinforcing its goal to operate every stage of its global supply chain on 100 percent clean energy. The initiative will contribute to powering the company’s device ecosystem worldwide, including data centers and manufacturing operations that support millions of Apple products.
Announced this week, the agreement involves Australian solar farms that will feed energy directly into the grid supporting Apple’s local infrastructure and partners. The company said the project is part of a broader effort to increase access to renewable power in regions where it operates or manufactures key components.
Partnership Strengthens Apple’s Renewable Network
The new Australian solar initiative builds on Apple’s ongoing collaboration with local clean energy providers. While specific capacity details were not disclosed, the project will expand renewable generation in states where Apple’s suppliers and distribution centers operate.
Apple’s vice president of Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives, Lisa Jackson, said the company continues to identify new regions for clean energy partnerships as it moves closer to its 2030 carbon-neutral goal. She noted that Apple’s work in Australia reflects a model for integrating renewable energy into both corporate and supply chain operations.
Australia has become an important part of Apple’s renewable portfolio, joining similar projects in the United States, China, and Europe. The company already supports several large-scale solar and wind farms globally, which together generate enough clean energy to offset the electricity used by all Apple offices, retail stores, and data centers.
A Broader Impact on Device Operations
Apple’s announcement emphasized that the new solar energy commitment will indirectly support the use of its devices worldwide. Through its clean energy investments, the company aims to reduce emissions not just from its operations, but also from the energy consumed when customers use Apple products.
According to Apple, this approach helps lower lifecycle emissions across devices such as iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The company has long argued that sustainable energy sourcing must include both product manufacturing and end-user power consumption.
Apple’s Clean Energy Progress
The Australian solar deal follows a series of international agreements designed to expand renewable energy access for Apple’s suppliers. More than 300 global suppliers have now committed to using 100 percent clean energy for Apple-related production, representing over 95 percent of the company’s direct manufacturing spend.
Apple’s 2030 environmental roadmap also includes developing low-carbon materials, recycling initiatives, and product design improvements that reduce environmental impact without compromising performance.
In addition to its corporate projects, Apple continues to support community-based renewable energy programs, including energy access initiatives in underserved regions.
A Model for Future Energy Strategy
Australia’s growing renewable energy infrastructure offers a strong platform for Apple’s sustainability goals. The company’s decision to expand investment there underscores how technology firms are leveraging local partnerships to advance their climate commitments while helping national grids transition to clean power.
Apple has not disclosed financial terms or timelines for the new project’s rollout, but construction is expected to begin in 2026 with full operation targeted within the following year. Once completed, the solar facilities will contribute a measurable share to Apple’s total renewable energy generation capacity worldwide.
