Investing in energy efficiency, circular economy and, more generally, sustainability is a concrete commitment for the Appliance companies. It is quantifiable and certifies the areas in which companies are active in order to achieve tangible results. Beko recently received an important recognition from TIME Magazine. The company has been named one of the “World’s Most Sustainable Companies” for the second year running. It has earned a place in the Top 20 and has secured the first position in its industry.
The TIME annual ranking, developed in partnership with Statista, evaluates more than 5,000 global companies across data-driven KPIs spanning environmental and social stewardship, reporting and transparency. Beko’s ranking at 17th place marks a leap from its 2024 position at 44th place.
“The recognition by TIME and Statista – says Hakan Bulgurlu, CEO of Beko – proves that sustainability and scale don’t have to be at odds. We’re proud to be the sector leader, not just by intent, but through verifiable progress, smart design, and industry-leading transparency. We call this ‘Sustainability That Scales’. What matters is building systems that allow people and the planet to thrive, at every level, and in every market – and that starts with the dedication and endeavour of our teams around the world”.
Investments made and results achieved
Among the milestones that contributed to Beko’s position in the TIME ranking is the deployment of low–carbon production processes at the main global facilities. Added to this is the scaled use of recycled materials across product lines, the transparent ESG reporting and the supply chain traceability. Another key element is the early adoption of green innovation standards across Europe and emerging markets.
All this has led the company to achieve concrete results. Renewable energy installed capacity reached 90.2MWp in manufacturing, while 27,835 tonnes of recycled plastics were used in products. In addition, the company has recycled 1.86 million WEEE since 2014 in dedicated recycling plants. And it achieved further results in terms of efficiency. The most energy–efficient products represented 61.9% of turnover, with low-carbon products accounting for 71.5%.
Finally, the company’s Ulmi facility in Romania, which operates on 100% green electricity, remains a global benchmark for low-impact manufacturing. The World Economic Forum recognized it as a Sustainability Lighthouse.
Sustainability and growth
By embedding sustainability into its business model and supply chain, Beko aims to demonstrate how it is possible to combine a positive impact on the environment with commercial growth. “This recognition is more than a ranking – Bulgurlu explains –, it’s a validation of our belief that sustainability must scale. At Beko, we’re embedding environmental responsibility into every layer of our business, from design and manufacturing to supply chains and the homes we serve. As we continue our journey to net zero by 2050, this milestone affirms the impact of credible data, long-term thinking, and putting sustainability at the centre of how we grow”.
