Sustainability news

November 21, 2011

Electrolux AquaSense – great tasting water faster

Tap water is one of the most valuable assets in our homes. The taste or appearance might prevent us from drinking it or cooking with it. Filtering your tap water gives you clean, great tasting water. With Electrolux AquaSense™ you get your water at least twice as fast.

October 27, 2011

Electrolux and Vac from the Sea awarded by United Nations

Electrolux Vac from the Sea initiative has received an award initiated by the United Nations and the International Public Relations Association. Vac from the Sea also won the corporate communications category as well as the Efes Group Special Award.

October 20, 2011

Ergorapido Plus Green – environmentally conscious instant cleaning

Electrolux has now developed a Green Range version of Ergorapido, its popular instant cleaner.

October 4, 2011

Electrolux cutest long reach vacuum cleaner in new stylish colors

Now it is time for a color update of the popular Electrolux Ergospace vacuum cleaner.

September 14, 2011

Electrolux initiates conversation about sustainability

In a conversation with Tessa Tennant, a pioneer within sustainability, Keith McLoughlin, President and CEO of Electrolux, outlines the Electrolux sustainability strategy. The conversation is now online as a part of the Group’s sustainability strategy report.

September 9, 2011

Dow Jones Sustainability World Index names Electrolux Durable Household Products sector leader

In the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for 2011, announced today, Electrolux remains Durable Household Products sector leader. Moreover, the Electrolux score has improved compared to 2010.

August 11, 2011

Sleep clinic reveals that Ultra Silencer is sleep compatible

Electrolux has tested vacuum cleaners sleeping compatibility in a sleep clinic. Results: The UltraSilencer is quiet enough to fall asleep to, and sleep next to when turned on and off.

June 23, 2011

Gold Lion to Electrolux in Cannes

Electrolux project Vac from the Sea was awarded with gold in the pr category at the Cannes Lions. Cannes Lions is the world’s most prestigious advertising festival.

June 10, 2011

TED lecture about the magic washing machine

In a vivid TED lecture, the renowned Swedish medical doctor Hans Rosling has claimed the washing machine to be the greatest invention of the industrial revolution.

May 29, 2011

Both environmental and PR awards to Electrolux Vac from the Sea project

Electrolux and the Vac from the Sea project has been awarded the "Keep Norway Clean" organization's Gullklypa, an annual prize awarded to a company or an organization that has shown outstanding commitment to improving the local environment.

May 18, 2011

Electrolux launches professional range tailored for high productivity kitchens

In March 2011, Electrolux Professional is launching the XP range, a new and improved range of high-performance modular cooking. The launch is a response to the changing needs of the food-service market.

May 9, 2011

Electrolux raises the bar in sustainability reporting

Electrolux products with the best environmental performance accounted for 22% of total sold units and 35% of Electrolux gross profit in 2010. Sales of Green Range products, which have the best energy and water efficiency, have been progressing steadily since their roll-out in 2008.

January 14, 2011

Electrolux executive takes part in call for binding energy savings target

Enderson Guimarães, Head of Electrolux Major Appliances Europe, is one of the executives of household appliance companies to sign an open letter to political leaders in the European Union, urging for a binding commitment to deliver the 20% energy savings target by 2020.