- Largest source of emissions is those generated by our products when they are in use.
- Reducing these emissions is both a steep challenge and an exciting opportunity.
- Consumer education about choosing more efficient products — and using existing products more efficiently.
Whirlpool Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
By scope: Scope 1: 140.8K; Scope 2: 174.0K; Scope 3: 49.5M. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
Renewable Energy
2.2%
of total energy
Energy Use
5.7M
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 140.8K |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 174.0K |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 49.5M |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 610.7K metric tons of CO2eq |
| 2018 | 871.1K metric tons of CO2eq (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2015 | 873.1K tons CO2e (Scope 1+2) |
| 2014 | 774.9K metric tons CO2-e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced scopes 1 and 2 market-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by ~25% compared to 2022
- Achieved zero waste to landfill (ZWtL) Gold level at two new manufacturing sites and maintained ZWtL Gold or Platinum Level at all other global manufacturing sites
- Reached 95% reduction of high global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants and foams by 2023
- Reduced emissions from our products by ~7% in 2023
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce emissions from our products in use (scope 3 category 11) by 20% by 2030, compared to a 2016 baseline.
- Reduce water intensity by 3% every year in our plants.
- Reduce energy intensity by 3% every year in our plants.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve Net Zero scopes 1 and 2 emissions from our plants and operations by 2030.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Greenhouse Gas EmissionsInnovation & Design for SustainabilityProduct Safety & QualityResponsible SourcingMaterials Use & ImpactsCircular EconomyEnergy ManagementOccupational Health and SafetyInclusion & DiversityLocal CommunitiesCorporate Governance & EthicsWater ManagementWaste ManagementEmployee Engagement & Workplace CultureCybersecurityCustomer PrivacyHuman RightsLabor RightsTraining & DevelopmentRegulatory Risks & Public PolicyEnvironmental ComplianceAnti-CorruptionEconomic PerformanceAnti-Competitive BehaviorClimate RiskBiodiversityRisk Management & ResilienceProduct Marketing & LabelingPay & Equal RemunerationProduct Access