Whirlpool
Whirlpool Corporation, a leading name in the home appliance industry, is headquartered in Benton Charter Township, Michigan, USA. Founded in 1911, the company has established itself as a global powerhouse, with significant operations across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Whirlpool is renowned for its innovative kitchen and laundry appliances, including refrigerators, ovens, washers, and dryers, which are designed to enhance everyday living. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, Whirlpool's products stand out for their energy efficiency and user-friendly features. The company has received numerous accolades for its design and performance, solidifying its position as a market leader. As a trusted brand, Whirlpool continues to shape the future of home appliances, focusing on quality and customer satisfaction.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Whirlpool's score of 46 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Whirlpool's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Whirlpool Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 441,355,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, alongside about 49,500,813,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to sustainability and climate action, with significant targets set for the near future. Whirlpool has pledged to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2016 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to achieve a 20% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, specifically from the use of sold products, over the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with efforts to limit global warming to well below 2°C. Historically, Whirlpool's emissions have shown variability, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions recorded at approximately 832,631,000 kg CO2e in 2016, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 72,300,000,000 kg CO2e in the same year. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining its position in the consumer durables sector. Whirlpool's ongoing commitment to sustainability is evident in its strategic initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting environmentally responsible practices across its operations.
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| 2005 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 155,500,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Whirlpool is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
