Expanding Facilities, AI, and Silicon Engineering
Key Investments and Expansions
Apple’s strategy includes growth in Michigan, Texas, California, Arizona, Nevada, Iowa, Oregon, North Carolina, and Washington. Highlights include:
- New manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas – A 250,000-square-foot plant will produce servers for Apple Intelligence and Private Cloud Compute, enhancing AI cloud security and efficiency.
- Doubling the U.S. Advanced Manufacturing Fund – The fund will grow from $5 billion to $10 billion to boost innovation and high-skilled jobs.
- Expanding research and development (R&D) – Focus areas include AI, machine learning, software, and custom silicon engineering.
- New Manufacturing Academy in Detroit – This program will train small and medium businesses in AI and smart manufacturing.
Strengthening the U.S. Workforce and Economy
Apple’s plan will boost the economy by:
- Creating 20,000 new jobs in AI, software, and engineering.
- Supporting 2.9 million jobs nationwide through employment, suppliers, and the iOS app economy.
- Increasing U.S. silicon production at TSMC’s Fab 21 facility in Arizona, where Apple chip production began last month.
- Expanding Apple TV+ productions in 20 states, increasing entertainment industry investments.
Sustainability and Tax Contributions
Apple designs energy-efficient servers and expands data centers in North Carolina, Iowa, Oregon, Arizona, and Nevada—all powered by 100% renewable energy. The company is also a top taxpayer, contributing over $75 billion in taxes over five years, including $19 billion in 2024 alone.
Shaping the Future of Technology
With this $500 billion investment, Apple reinforces its leadership in innovation, job creation, and economic growth. By focusing on AI, silicon engineering, and manufacturing, the company is shaping the future while staying committed to sustainability and workforce development.
