Electrolux Group cooling switching to eco-friendly gases

Parent company of AEG, Electrolux Group has revealed 97% of appliances using refrigerants have now switched to gases with low global warming potential.

17 Apr, 24

Parent company of AEG, Electrolux Group has revealed 97% of appliances using refrigerants have now switched to gases with low global warming potential.

Electrolux Group cooling switching to eco-friendly gases

As reported in its 2023 Sustainability Report, this has led to recognition in the latest UN Cool Coalition report on the cooling industry.

The Sustainability Report also highlighted 60% of all energy used in its operations was from renewable sources in 2023.

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Its most resource and water efficient products accounted for 29% of units sold and 38% of gross profit.

In an industry first, Electrolux Group introduced MaxiSpace green zone built-in refrigerator range with inner liners made from 70% recycled plastic

In early 2024, Electrolux Group had its second science-based climate target approved by the Science-Based Targets initiative, after achieving its first target three years ahead of time.

The new target aims to reduce the company’s direct and indirect carbon emissions from its operations by 42% between 2021 and 2030.

In addition, the Electrolux Food Federation has achieved its target of donating 3 million meals, seven years early.

Commercial lead UK/IE at Electrolux Group Chris George commented: “Our sustainability performance in 2023 and our new science-based climate target approved in 2024 show that together we continue to build a better company, create better solutions, and enable better living.

“This highlights the power of our combined people, planet and business perspectives.”

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