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Beko's Remarkable Achievement in Sustainability

Beko, a global leader in household appliances, has once again made headlines by being honored as one of the most sustainable companies in the world according to the prestigious TIME Magazine for 2025. This marks the second consecutive year that Beko has received this accolade, achieving a significant jump to rank 17 from 44th in 2024. This achievement is particularly commendable given the stricter evaluation criteria introduced this year by TIME and its partner, Statista.

CEO Hakan Bulgurlu stated, "The recognition from TIME and Statista demonstrates that sustainability and business success can go hand in hand. We take pride in leading this sector not just by our aspirations but through tangible progress, innovative design, and industry-leading transparency. We refer to this as 'sustainability at scale'." Bulgurlu emphasized the need for systems that enable both people and the planet to thrive, driven by the passion and commitment of Beko’s global teams.

Key Milestones in Beko’s Sustainability Journey

Beko’s rise in the sustainability rankings can be attributed to several notable milestones achieved in recent years:

• - Carbon-efficient production processes have been adopted in key global facilities.
• - An increased use of recycled materials across all product lines underlines Beko's commitment to the circular economy.
• - The company provides transparent ESG reporting and maintains traceability in its supply chain.
• - Green innovation standards have been adopted early in Europe and emerging markets, showcasing Beko's proactive approach.

Beko’s impressive sustainability performance is evident through several statistics:

• - The installed capacity of renewable energy in production reached 90.2 MWp.
• - A total of 27,835 tons of recycled plastics have been utilized in their products.
• - Since 2014, Beko has recycled 1.86 million old electrical and electronic appliances at WEEE recycling facilities.
• - Energy-efficient products accounted for 61.9% of total sales, while low-carbon products represented 71.5%.

Moreover, Beko's facility in Ulmi, Romania, operates 100% on renewable energy, earning recognition as a global benchmark for environmentally friendly production and being officially acknowledged by the World Economic Forum as a Sustainability Lighthouse.

Bulgurlu remarked, "This accolade represents more than just a ranking; it validates our belief that sustainability must be scalable. At Beko, we integrate environmental responsibility across all aspects of our business, from development and production to our supply chains and the households we serve. As we aim for net-zero growth by 2050, this milestone emphasizes the importance of credible data and long-term thinking, centering sustainability in our growth strategy."

Global Presence and Future Vision

Beko stands as an international home appliance company with a robust global footprint, operating in over 55 countries and employing more than 50,000 staff across various production sites in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Holding 22 brands, including Arçelik, Whirlpool, and Grundig, Beko has established itself as the largest white goods company in Europe, reporting a consolidated revenue of €10.6 billion in 2024.

The company also boasts a significant R&D commitment, with over 2,300 researchers working at its 29 design centers worldwide, and has filed more than 3,500 international patents to date.

In the SP Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), Beko scored the highest in the DHP Household Durables industry for the sixth consecutive time, displaying its unwavering commitment to sustainability. Additionally, Beko has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for the eighth year in a row.

In alignment with their vision of "Respecting the World, Respected Worldwide," Beko demonstrates that sustainable practices can coexist with business profitability, paving the way for a greener future.