Of all the “epidemics” that have risen in the world in the past couple of decades, managing e-waste has definitely been at the top of the list. That’s why while making their products, Apple pays special attention to how the products affect the environment. That’s why Apple releases the Environmental Report each year, detailing how they are dealing with the issue.
This Environmental Report, released in September 2016, deals specifically with how the new iPhone 7 Plus was designed. As mentioned in the report:
“The information […] details the environmental performance of iPhone 7 Plus as it relates to climate change, energy efficiency, material efficiency, and restricted substances.”
The number of electronic devices we use today is a huge figure by any standard. And we dispose of them just as easily as we throw away old clothes. But this change in our “digital wardrobe” has serious environmental impact. Improper disposal of the electronic devices has been a cause of a lot of damage to the environment. It’s good to see Apple taking charge on that front and making products responsibly.
