Tim Cook did alright by the environment — but AI could upend his climate legacy
The Verge Justine Calma ● Covered by 4 sources
Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple CEO with an overall strong environmental record. A key issue is that Apple must catch up on climate goals while it joins the AI effort, where AI’s growing energy needs could make meeting those targets harder. After his departure, Apple’s ability to maintain or improve its carbon footprint progress may face more pressure as AI workloads increase electricity demand.
Why it matters
As he steps down from his post as Apple CEO today, Tim Cook leaves behind a mostly positive environmental record. As far as billionaire tech moguls and the environment go, Cook will likely be remembered as one of the better ones - certainly far from the worst. But it will become harder for the company […]