Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) is ramping up its clean energy investments across Europe with new large-scale solar and wind projects in Greece, Italy, Latvia, Poland, and Romania. Alongside a newly operational solar array in Spain, these developments will add 650 megawatts (MW) of renewable capacity to regional grids and unlock more than $600 million in financing.
By 2030, they are expected to generate over 1 million megawatt-hours (MWh) of clean electricity annually, directly supporting its global users and its 2030 carbon-neutral goal.
Accelerating Toward Apple 2030
Lisa Jackson, Apple’s vice president of Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives, said:
Under its “Apple 2030” commitment, the company aims to be carbon neutral across its entire value chain by the end of the decade. A key part of that plan is addressing the emissions linked to product use — the electricity consumed when users power and charge Apple devices. In 2024, these emissions accounted for about 29% of Apple’s total carbon footprint.
To reduce this impact, the tech giant is enabling renewable projects that bring new clean power online in regions where Apple products are most used. The company plans to match 100% of its customers’ global electricity consumption with renewable energy by 2030. This means that every iPhone, Mac, or Apple Watch charged anywhere in the world will effectively be powered by clean energy.
Apple’s European clean energy expansion marks a major milestone toward that ambition. The company is facilitating construction that will add roughly 3,000 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of renewable electricity annually to European grids by 2030.
Expanding Clean Power Across Europe
In Greece, Apple has finalized a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with HELLENiQ ENERGY for a 110MW solar project. Now fully operational, the site supports Greece’s transition away from fossil fuels and adds significant solar capacity to its grid.
Italy
Italy will soon host a 129MW portfolio of solar and wind developments. The first installation — a solar farm in Sicily — is coming online this month. These projects underscore Apple’s approach of supporting diverse clean energy technologies across multiple regions.
Poland
In Poland, one of Europe’s most carbon-intensive electricity markets, Apple has enabled Econergy’s 40MW solar array, which is expected to begin operations later this year. By introducing renewable generation into a coal-heavy grid, the project will help cut emissions where it matters most.
Romania
In Romania, Apple is backing a 99MW wind farm in Galați County through a long-term deal with Nala Renewables, originated by renewable developer OX2. Once operational, the wind farm will deliver zero-emission electricity to local communities and businesses.
Latvia
Latvia’s contribution to Apple’s portfolio will come from one of the country’s first corporate PPAs. Apple has signed a long-term agreement with European Energy to procure power from a 110MW solar farm, one of the largest in Latvia’s history. The project will expand the country’s renewable capacity while supporting Apple’s European energy goals.
Spain
In Spain, Apple has already completed a 131MW solar farm developed by ib vogt in Segovia. Operational since early 2025, the facility produces clean electricity for Spanish consumers and serves as a model for future corporate clean energy partnerships.
Together, these projects reflect Apple’s regional approach to decarbonization — targeting high-impact locations and using direct investment to accelerate renewable generation.
Apple’s Supply Chain Goes All-In on Renewables
Apple and its suppliers now support over 19 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy used to power manufacturing and corporate operations worldwide. Through its Supplier Clean Energy Program (CEP), Apple encourages its partners to switch to renewable electricity and adopt energy-efficient practices.
- In 2024, supplier-procured renewable power reached 17.8GW, generating 31.3 million MWh of clean electricity.
- This shift avoided 21.8 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions — a 17% increase from 2023.
Its Supplier Code of Conduct now requires all direct manufacturing suppliers to use 100% renewable electricity for Apple-related production by 2030. To help achieve this, Apple offers access to technical guidance, renewable energy procurement options, and advocacy tools for policy reform.
Clean Energy with Local Impact
Apple’s energy strategy recognizes that not all grids are created equal. Regions with high carbon intensity — where electricity is still heavily dependent on coal or natural gas — offer the greatest potential for impact. That’s why the company prioritizes developing renewable projects in countries like Poland and Romania, where replacing fossil-based power can yield significant emission reductions.
By 2030, Apple plans to source 75% of renewable electricity from within the three regions where most of its devices are sold — the United States, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific — while retaining flexibility to invest in high-impact projects elsewhere.
Thus, beyond Europe, initiatives such as the China Clean Energy Fund support renewable projects totaling more than 1 GW. A second fund introduced in 2025 continues this momentum, enabling Apple and its suppliers to co-invest in clean generation.
Apple has also invested directly in nearly 500MW of solar and wind capacity in China and Japan to offset upstream electricity emissions from indirect suppliers.
This regional approach ensures that Apple’s clean power investments not only match its customers’ electricity use but also help decarbonize the broader energy system.
Balancing Growth and Accountability
Apple’s latest energy push comes amid scrutiny of its environmental marketing. In August, a German court ruled that Apple could no longer advertise some Apple Watch models as “carbon neutral,” citing potential consumer confusion and noncompliance with competition law. In California, similar lawsuits have challenged Apple’s carbon-neutral claims for select products.
Despite these legal challenges, Apple maintains that its strategy prioritizes genuine emissions reduction. Since 2015, the company has cut its overall carbon emissions by 60%. The renewable projects across Europe are part of its shift away from reliance on carbon offsets and toward direct decarbonization through clean electricity generation.
The company’s philosophy is to reduce emissions first, then neutralize what remains. That approach underpins the company’s ongoing transition to renewable energy across both operations and its vast supply chain.
Market Impact and Broader Outlook
As of October 20, 2025, AAPL stock traded at $252.29 per share, up nearly 2% over the past 24 hours. With a market capitalization of approximately $3.81 trillion, Apple continues to hold its position as one of the world’s most valuable public companies.
Its financial strength significantly gives it the leverage to scale sustainability initiatives without compromising profitability. Its growing renewable portfolio — particularly in Europe — shows how tech giants can align business expansion with climate responsibility.
Toward a Carbon-Free Future
Apple’s clean energy projects across Europe highlight a broader shift in how global corporations approach decarbonization. Rather than relying solely on offsets or certificates, Apple is directly enabling new renewable infrastructure that supports regional grids and communities.
As the company progresses toward its 2030 target, its expanding partnerships, supplier engagement, and regional investment strategies demonstrate that clean energy is central to both its business model and brand identity.
By prioritizing real emissions reductions, Apple is setting a powerful example for the tech industry — one that ties long-term corporate success to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
