BENTON HARBOR, MICH.—Whirlpool Corp., a leading home appliance manufacturer, has been recognized with the 2009 Energy Star Sustained Excellence award by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The award recognizes the company’s leadership in offering consumers appliance energy and water efficiency through its portfolio of brands. This is the company’s tenth Energy Star award and fourth consecutive Sustained Excellence win. Whirlpool Corp. will accept the award at ceremonies in Washington, D.C., on March 31, 2009.
“Whirlpool Corporation is honored to again receive the Energy Star Sustained Excellence award,” said Mike Todman, president, Whirlpool North America. “At Whirlpool we contribute sustainable solutions that meet consumer needs, generate shareholder value and enhance the welfare of current and future generations. In 2009, Whirlpool will again lead the industry with eco-efficient, functional and design-forward product innovations from our diverse portfolio of brands.”
“The Energy Star awards represent achievements the Department of Energy is proud to recognize, as they represent notable progress or sustained excellence in working to secure our energy future,” said Richard H. Karney, Energy Star program manager, U.S. DOE. “In 2009, our partners like Whirlpool Corporation receiving these awards demonstrated superb commitment to advancing the adoption of energy efficient products and addressing our environmental challenges.”
“EPA is delighted to recognize Whirlpool with the 2009 Energy Star Sustained Excellence award,” said Kathleen Hogan, director of the Climate Protection Partnerships Division at the U.S. EPA. “Whirlpool Corporation’s leadership on energy and water efficiency has yielded impressive results for their bottom line and our global environment, showing us all what can be accomplished through sustained commitment and action.”
A recent Whirlpool Corp. survey (see www.whirlpoolcorp.com/features/ecosurvey/) revealed the importance of energy efficiency to consumers. Through its portfolio—including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana and Gladiator brands—the company offers consumers a large selection of Energy Star qualified appliances.
