Apple CEO Tim Cook Is One Of The Time's 100 Most Influential People On The Planet

Apple CEO Tim Cook has made to TIME's 100 most influential people list for 2015. He's included for his corporate leadership skills and open support for human rights and environmental protection.

Mr Cook, received the same honor along side the likes of Anita Sarkeesian, Brian Chesky, and Satya Nadella.

Mr. Cook's entry on the list was written by Congressman John Lewis (D-GA), who is also a civil rights proponent.

"Tim is unwavering in his support of an individual's right to privacy and is not only embracing equality and LGBT rights but advocating for change through his words and actions. His commitment to renewable energy is also leaving our planet a little cleaner and a little greener for generations yet unborn," Mr. Lewis said.

Mr. Lewis noted that Mr. Cook has pushed Apple to even higher profitability since taking over from Steve Jobs as the company's CEO. "[Tim] has shown that profitability and integrity can go hand in hand," he said.

Prior, Mr. Cook made to TIME's list in 2012 after taking over as Apple CEO from Steve Jobs.