Product Environmental Report
iPad Air (5th generation)
Date introduced
March 18, 2022

Made with better materials

Tackling climate change

100%

100%

100%

recycled aluminum inthe enclosure

recycled rare earth
elements in the enclosureand audio magnets

We re committed to transitioning our entire
manufacturing supply chain to 100 percent
renewable electricity by 2030.

Energy efficient

Smarter chemistry¹56%• Arsenic-free display glass• Mercury-free• Brominated flame retardant–free• PVC-free• Beryllium-freeless energy consumed thanthe ENERGY STAR® energy
efficiency requirementResponsible packaging

100%

97%

of the wood fibercomes from recycled
and responsible
sourcesof the packaging isfiber-based, due toour work to use lessplastic in packaging

Apple Trade In
Return your device throughApple Trade In, and we ll give it
a new life or recycle it for free.

Enclosure made with 100% recycled aluminum

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This report includes data current as of product launch. Product evaluations are based on U.S. configuration of iPad Air (5th generation).

Taking responsibility forour products at every stage
We take responsibility for our products throughout their life cycles—including the materials
they are made of, the people who assemble them, and how they are recycled at end of life.
And we focus on the areas where we can make the biggest difference for our planet: reducing
our impact on climate change, conserving important resources, and using safer materials.

We sell millions of products.
So making even small
adjustments can have ameaningful impact.

SourceMaterials

Make

iPad Air (5th generation)
life cycle
80 kg carbon
emissions3

RecoverPackageand ShipUse
Carbon footprint
We continue to make progress in reducing Apple s contribution to climate change—by focusing
on making energy-efficient products with renewable or recycled materials and with renewableenergy. An increase in suppliers use of renewable energy through our Supplier Clean Energy
Program helped reduce the product s carbon footprint by about 8 percent compared with theprevious generation.4 Apple is committed to using carbon life cycle assessments to identify
opportunities to drive down product greenhouse gas emissions.

79%

Production

7%

Transport

14%

Use

<1%

End-of-life processing’

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iPad Air (5th generation)
life cycle carbon emissions

Source Materials
MakeProductlife cycle

SourceMaterials

Recover

Packageand ShipUse

The enclosure of iPad Air (5th generation) is made with 100%
recycled aluminum.
To conserve important resources, we work to reduce the material we use and aim to one day
source only recycled or renewable materials in our products. And as we make this transition,
we remain committed to the responsible sourcing of primary materials. We map many materials,
some to the mineral source, and establish the strictest standards for smelters and refiners.
Apple also requires 100 percent of identified tin, tantalum, tungsten, gold, cobalt, and lithium
smelters and refiners to participate in third-party audits.5 We re proud to be recognized as aworldwide leader in the responsible sourcing of minerals in our products. Our product designs
also consider the safety of those who make, use, and recycle our products, restricting the useof hundreds of harmful substances. Our standards go beyond what s required by law to protect
people and the environment.

Aluminum

Rare earth elements

PlasticTin

Apple created an aluminum alloy
made of 100 percent certified
recycled aluminum, which we
use for the enclosure of theiPad Air (5th generation).6 This
alloy delivers the same strength,
durability, and flawless finish—
without mining any new bauxite(aluminum ore) from the earth.

We use 100 percent recycledrare earth elements in theenclosure and audio magnets,
representing 96 percent of thetotal rare earth elementsin the device.

We re transitioning from fossil
fuel–based plastics to thosemade from renewable orrecycled sources. For iPad Air(5th generation), we use
35 percent or more recycledplastic in five components.

We use 100 percent recycled
tin in the solder of the main
logic board.

Smarter chemistry
iPad Air (5th generation) is free of harmful substances like beryllium, brominated flame
retardants, PVC, phthalates, arsenic in the display glass, and mercury.1 And 100 percent of thematerials in iPad Air (5th generation) are covered by our Regulated Substances Specification.
We go beyond what s required by aiming to understand the non-regulated substances in every
part of every product—an effort that requires an industry-leading level of transparency throughthe entire supply chain. We consistently identify the makeup of over 75 percent by mass ofiPad devices.

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Make

SourceMaterials

Productlife cycle

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The Apple Supplier Code of Conduct sets strict standards forthe protection of people in our supply chain and the planet that
we all share. Every year, we assess our suppliers performancein upholding the standards required by our Code.
We work closely with our suppliers to provide safe and healthy workplaces where people
are treated with dignity and respect, and to reduce suppliers environmental impact. Our
requirements apply across our supply chain and include the responsible sourcing of materials.
From the strong foundation set by our Code, we go further—from helping suppliers transition
to renewable energy, to providing educational opportunities for their employees, to supporting
final assembly suppliers in reducing waste.

Supplier energy use
Zero Waste to Landfill
No established iPad Air (5th generation)

Greener chemicals

final assembly supplier sites generate

All established iPad Air (5th generation) final

any waste sent to landfill.8

assembly supplier sites use safer cleaners

All iPad Air (5th generation) final
assembly supplier sites are transitioning
to 100 percent renewable energy forApple production.

and degreasers in their manufacturing
processes, as determined by methodologies
like the GreenScreen® assessment.7

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MakeSource
Materials

Productlife cycle

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Packageand Ship

Use

iPad Air (5th generation) packaging is made with 100 percent
recycled and responsibly sourced wood fiber.
To improve our packaging, we are working to eliminate plastics, increase recycled content, anduse less packaging overall. All of the wood fiber in our packaging is either recycled or comesfrom responsibly managed forests.9 And we have protected or created enough responsibly
managed forests to cover all the virgin wood fiber we use in our packaging.10 This ensures
working forests are able to regrow and continue to clean our air and purify our water.

97%of the packaging11is fiber-based, due toour work to use lessplastic in packaging

36%
recycled content infiber packaging

100%of the virgin woodfiber in the packaging
comes from responsibly
managed forests9

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iPad Air (5th generation) uses 56 percent less energy than therequirement for ENERGY STAR.12
We design our products to be energy efficient, long-lasting, and safe. iPad Air (5th generation)
uses software and power-efficient components that intelligently manage power consumption.
We also run our own Reliability and Environmental Testing Labs, where our products go throughrigorous testing before they leave our doors. Our support continues throughout each product slife cycle, with regular software updates to keep devices current and a network of authorized
repair professionals to service them, if necessary.

ENERGY STAR
requirement
iPad Air(5th generation)

Energy consumption of ENERGY STAR–rated productsApple devices consistently rank among the high-performing products rated
by ENERGY STAR, which sets specifications that typically reflect the 25 percent
most energy-efficient devices on the market. iPad Air (5th generation)
consumes 56 percent less energy than the requirement for ENERGY STAR.12

kWh
Uses less energy

kWhUses more energy

Designed to last
iPad Air features a durable unibody
construction and has undergone
rigorous testing for durability.

Made with smarter
chemistry
We apply rigorous controls formaterials users touch—all basedon recommendations fromtoxicologists and dermatologists.

iPad Air (5th generation)

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Productlife cycleRecoverPackageand Ship

Use

Return your product with Apple Trade In, and we ll ensure it has
a long life or recycle it for free.
When products are used longer, fewer resources are extracted from the earth. That s why welaunched Apple Trade In—it offers customers a seamless way to return their old devices andaccessories to Apple. Eligible devices can be traded in for credit or an Apple Store Gift Card,
while accessories and other devices can be recycled for free.13 We also offer and participate
in product take-back and recycling collection programs for 99 percent of the countries wherewe sell products—and we hold our recyclers to high standards. Our efforts to keep harmful
substances out of our products also mean our materials are safer to recover and reuse.

Apple Trade In
For more information on how to recycle
your products at end of life, visit:

apple.com/trade-in

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Definitions

Bio-based plastics: Bio-based plastics are madefrom biological sources rather than from fossil-fuelsources. Bio-based plastics allow us to reduce relianceon fossil fuels.
Carbon footprint: Estimated emissions are calculated
in accordance with guidelines and requirements as
specified by ISO 14040 and ISO 14044. There isinherent uncertainty in modeling carbon emissions
due primarily to data limitations. For the top
component contributors to Apple s carbon emissions,Apple addresses this uncertainty by developing
detailed process-based environmental models
with Apple-specific parameters. For the remaining
elements of Apple s carbon footprint, we rely on
industry average data and assumptions. Calculation
includes emissions for the following life cycle phases
contributing to Global Warming Potential (GWP
100 years) in CO2 equivalency factors (CO2e):• Production: Includes the extraction, production,and transportation of raw materials, as well as themanufacture, transport, and assembly of all partsand product packaging.
• Transport: Includes air and sea transportation ofthe finished product and its associated packaging
from manufacturing site to regional distribution hubs.
Transport of products from distribution hubs to end
customers is modeled using average distances
based on regional geography.
• Use: Apple assumes a three- or four-year period
for power use by first owners based on the producttype. Product use scenarios are based on historicalcustomer use data for similar products. Energy use issimulated in various ways; for example, by modelingEndnotes

daily battery drain or through performing activities likemovie and music playback. Geographic differencesin the power grid mix have been accounted for at aregional level.
• End-of-life processing: Includes transportationfrom collection hubs to recycling centers andthe energy used in mechanical separation andshredding of parts. For more information on thecarbon footprint, visit apple.com/environment/answers
Recycled materials: Recycling makes better use
of finite resources by sourcing from recovered rather
than mined materials. Recycled content claims formaterials used in our products have been verified
by an independent third party to a recycled content
standard that conforms to ISO 14021.
Renewable materials: We define bio-materials as
those that can be regenerated in a human lifespan,
like paper fibers or sugarcane. Bio-materials canhelp us use fewer finite resources. But even thoughbio-materials have the ability to regrow, they are notalways managed responsibly. Renewable materials
are a type of bio-material managed in a way thatenables continuous production without depleting theearth s resources. That s why we focus on sourcesthat are certified for their management practices.
Supplier Clean Energy Program: Since the electricity
used to make our products is the largest contributor to
our overall carbon footprint, we re helping our suppliers
become more energy efficient and transition to newrenewable energy sources. We re committed totransitioning our entire manufacturing supply chain to
100 percent renewable electricity by 2030.

1 Apple defines its restrictions on harmful substances, including definitions for what Apple considers to be “free of,”in the Apple Regulated Substances Specification. Every Apple product is free of PVC and phthalates except for
AC power cords in India, Thailand (for 2-prong AC power cords), and South Korea, where we continue to seek
government approval for our PVC and phthalates replacement. Apple products comply with the European Union
Directive 2011/65/EU and its amendments, including exemptions for the use of lead such as high-temperaturesolder. Apple is working to phase out the use of these exempted substances where technically possible.
2 iPad Air (5th generation) achieved a Gold rating in the United States and Canada, in accordance with IEEE 1680.1

or UL 110, and is listed as such on the Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) Registry. EPEAT
registers computers, displays, and mobile phones based on environmental requirements in these standards. For more
information, visit www.epeat.net.
3 Greenhouse gas emissions were calculated using a life cycle assessment methodology in accordance with ISO

14040 and 14044 standards and based on iPad Air (5th generation) standard configuration with 64GB storage.
We often update our carbon models to leverage new information. As a result, our estimate for the carbon footprintof the previous generation—iPad Air (4th generation) with 64GB storage configuration—increased from 82 kg CO2e
(as published in its Product Environmental Report) to 88 kg CO2e.

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iPad Air (5th generation)

iPad Air (4th generation)

64GB

80 kg CO2e

88 kg CO2e

128GB

84 kg CO2e

-256GB

92 kg CO2e

102 kg CO2e

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4 iPad Air (4th generation) was used for comparison as the most recently released and similar device. Preproduction

iPad Air (5th generation) standard configuration with 64GB storage was compared to shipping iPad Air (4thgeneration) standard configuration with 64GB storage configuration since these are the two lowest storage
configurations offered.
5 We map materials in our supply chain and publish a list of identified tin, tantalum, tungsten, and gold (3TG), cobalt,and lithium smelters and refiners in our supply chain. Third-party assessments seek to confirm sourcing practices
and are part of our responsible sourcing program. In addition, our efforts consider a broad range of risks, including
social, environmental, human rights, and governance risks.
6 Recycled material claim applies to the enclosure and is based on auditing done by UL LLC.
7 Chemicals that meet GreenScreen® benchmark 3 or 4 or other equivalent methodologies like U.S. EPA Safer

Choice are considered safer and preferred for use. GreenScreen® is a comprehensive hazard assessment tool thatevaluates substances against 18 different criteria. For more information, visit www.greenscreenchemicals.org.
8 All established final assembly supplier sites—or those that have been Apple suppliers for more than one year—

for iPad Air (5th generation) are third-party verified as Zero Waste by UL LLC (UL 2799 Standard). UL requires atleast 90 percent diversion through methods other than waste to energy to achieve Zero Waste to Landfill (Silver
90–94 percent, Gold 95–99 percent, and Platinum 100 percent) designations.
9 Responsible sourcing of wood fiber is defined in Apple s Sustainable Fiber Specification. We consider wood fibers

to include bamboo.
10 For more information about our work to protect and create responsibly managed forests, please read ourEnvironmental Progress Report.
11 Breakdown of U.S. retail packaging by weight. Select non-plastic, non-fiber materials excluded.
12 Energy consumption and energy efficiency values are based on the ENERGY STAR Program Requirements

for Computers, including the max energy allowance for iPad Air (5th generation). For more information, visit
www.energystar.gov. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered trademarks owned by theU.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
iPad Air (5th generation) is tested with a fully charged battery and powered by the 20W USB-C Power Adapter withthe USB-C to Charge Cable (1 m).
• Sleep: Low power state that is entered automatically after two minutes of inactivity (default) or by pressing theSleep/Wake button. Connected to Wi-Fi. All other settings were left in their default state.
• Idle—Display on: Display brightness was set as defined by ENERGY STAR Program Requirements for Computers,and Auto-Brightness was turned off. Connected to Wi-Fi. All other settings were left in their default state.
• Power adapter, no-load: Condition in which the 20W USB-C Power Adapter with the USB-C to Charge Cable(1 m) is connected to AC power, but not connected to iPad Air (5th generation).
• Power adapter efficiency: Average of the 20W USB-C Power Adapter with the USB-C Charge Cable (1 m)
measured efficiency when tested at 100 percent, 75 percent, 50 percent, and 25 percent of the power adapter s
rated output current.
Power consumption for iPad Air (5th generation)
Mode100V

115V

230V

Sleep

0.44W

0.44W0.42WIdle—Display on

3.3W

3.3W

3.5W

Power adapter, no-load

0.04W

0.04W

0.05W

Power adapter efficiency

86.8%

87.9%

87.8%

13 Trade-in values vary based on the condition, year, and configuration of your trade-in device, and may also vary

between online and in-store trade-in. You must be at least 18 years old. In-store trade-in requires presentation ofa valid, government-issued photo ID (local law may require saving this information). Additional terms from Appleor Apple s trade-in partners may apply.

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and other countries and regions. iPad Air (5th generation) is a trademark of Apple Inc. Apple Store is a service markof Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR markare registered trademarks owned by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Other product and company names
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