Apple's Carbon Neutral Goals and Environmental Justice

The video discusses Apple's commitment to becoming carbon neutral by 2030, focusing on renewable energy and recycled materials. Lisa Jackson, a former EPA head, emphasizes the roles of government and business in addressing climate change. She highlights the interconnectedness of systemic racism and climate justice, advocating for justice-centered solutions. The conversation concludes with mutual appreciation for diverse leadership and voices.

What is Apple's target year to become carbon neutral across its entire business and supply chain?

• 2025

• 2040

• 2030

• 2050

What is the last piece of Apple's plan to achieve carbon neutrality?

• Converting their supply chain to clean energy

• Converting customer energy use to clean energy

• Using 100% renewable energy for corporate campuses

• Reducing water usage in manufacturing

What is Apple's approach to reduce carbon emissions in their products?

• Increasing product prices

• Reducing product sizes

• Starting with recycled materials

• Using only solar energy

Why is using recycled materials important for Apple?

• It increases the product lifespan

• It eliminates the need for transportation

• It reduces the cost of production

• It reduces carbon emissions associated with mining

What role does Lisa Jackson believe the government plays in climate protection?

• Protecting citizens through regulations

• Providing financial incentives

• Promoting international trade

• Developing new technologies

What is Apple's challenge to other businesses regarding carbon neutrality?

• To focus on profit over sustainability

• To go as fast as possible without excuses

• To achieve it by 2025

• To follow the UN's 2050 target

What is the false choice often taught regarding success and doing the right thing?

• You can only be successful if you do the right thing

• You can either be successful or do the right thing

• Success is unrelated to doing the right thing

• Doing the right thing always leads to failure

How does Lisa Jackson view the relationship between systemic racism and climate change?

• Systemic racism is a bigger problem

• They are interconnected issues

• They are unrelated issues

• Climate change is a bigger problem

What does Lisa Jackson suggest should be the focus to address climate change effectively?

• Addressing justice and injustice

• Increasing government regulations

• Focusing on technological advancements

• Attacking climate change directly

What is essential for climate change solutions according to Lisa Jackson?

• Focusing on economic growth

• Restoring people to the center of discussions

• Developing new energy sources

• Reducing global population