It seems like Apple has designed the iPhone 12 around environmental sustainability. It exceeds our standards in almost every category.

Energy


Over the course of your iPhone 12's lifetime, it will have emitted 90 kg of CO2 (on average).

iPhone 12 is Made to be Energy Efficient
Uses 53% Less Energy than Standard
iOS 14 has energy efficiency and battery conservation software
Made with 100% Renewable Energy
Materials


The iPhone 12 is Made up of Mostly Recycled Elements. However, the Use of Rare Earth Elements is Inevitable.
99% of the iPhone 12's Tungsten is Recycled
98% of Rare Earth Elements are Recycled
100% of Tin is Recycled
iPhone 12 is Transitioning Away from Plastic
iPhone 12 is Free of Harmful Substances
Packaging


iPhone 12 Has Frustration Free, Environmentally Conscious Packaging
Packaging Made up of Mostly Recycled Fiber
Packaging has Low Plastic Use
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