News about sustainability

September 23, 2019

Electrolux signs global business pledge to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C

Electrolux is joining the global movement to pledge net zero emissions throughout our value chain, helping limit the global temperature rise to 1.5°C. CEO Jonas Samuelson today joins the UN...

August 29, 2019

Electrolux celebrates 100-year anniversary with action plan for sustainable living and funding for Food Foundation

Sweden’s Electrolux today introduced the Better Living Program, a plan to enable better and more sustainable living for consumers around the world through 2030. With bold targets focusing on...

June 27, 2019

Electrolux joins forces with Stena Recycling for Circular Initiative

Electrolux is joining forces with Stena Recycling for the new ‘Circular Initiative’ to build understanding of what needs to be done to pave the way towards a more circular society.

March 25, 2019

Electrolux highlights lower emissions and investments for improved climate impact in 2018 Sustainability Report

Electrolux, the appliance industry sustainability leader, today reported a 66% reduction in CO2 emissions from its operations since 2005, and highlighted how significant investments at manufacturing sites and in new product platforms will make a major contribution to the company achieving its climate targets.

March 12, 2019

Electrolux launches a green bond framework to fund climate investments and other environmental initiatives

AB Electrolux today introduces a green bond framework with an intention to raise funds earmarked for investments contributing to reduced environmental impacts from the company’s products and operations. The initiative is designed to enable debt market investors to allocate funds specifically to industrial projects with a positive climate impact or other environmental benefits.

February 18, 2019

Electrolux receives Gold Class Award in global sustainability ranking

For the fourth year running, Electrolux has won the Gold Class Award in RobecoSAM’s Sustainability Yearbook and is this year the only company receiving Gold in the Household Durables category.

January 22, 2019

Electrolux makes Global 100 ranking on sustainability and CDP’s climate list

Electrolux has today been recognized by two prestigious organizations as a global leader in corporate sustainability. The accolades include being on the Global 100 ranking of the world’s most sustainable companies and, for the third year in a row, the CDP Climate Change A List.