Apple Was Honored for Stopping the Use of Animal Skin on Its Products Explained

Apple was awarded the 'Company of the Year' award by animal rights organization PETA for its decision to stop using animal leather on its accessories and set a goal of being carbon neutral, as well as meeting demand. users about sustainable products.

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According to this organization, Apple's action to only provide accessories that are not made of animal skin will help protect animals as well as reduce global climate disasters while also helping users feel more satisfied when purchasing products. Friendly to the environment and animals.

In addition, the company's production of new accessories such as new Apple Watch straps and FineWoven iPhone cases that have lower emissions than leather are also highly appreciated by PETA.

In September, environmental standards organization SCS Global Services also confirmed that a number of Apple products qualify for carbon neutrality, including Watch Series 9, SE, Ultra 2.

The carbon neutral criteria that these watch models meet include 100% clean electricity in the production and use of the product, renewable materials accounting for 30% of the weight, 50% of the transportation process does not use transport. air cargo.

Apple said that since 2015 it has reduced its total emissions by more than 45% by avoiding carbon-producing activities. And the company still maintains revenue growth at 65% during the same period.

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) honors companies and organizations that are leaders in protecting the environment and animals.

Last year, PETA's award was given to game publisher Annapurna Interactive.