Jing Ji Guan Cha Wang·2025-12-23 03:51Core Viewpoint - Haier Smart Home has made significant progress in its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives, committing to achieve global carbon neutrality by 2050 and to use 100% renewable energy worldwide [1][3]. Group 1: Carbon Neutrality Commitment - Haier Smart Home held a carbon neutrality strategy conference, announcing its commitment to global carbon neutrality by 2050, making it the first major Chinese home appliance company to set a clear global operational boundary for this goal [1]. - The company aims to build a comprehensive green low-carbon ecosystem, integrating sustainability into its core business philosophy [3]. Group 2: Green Technology and Innovations - Haier Smart Home has developed a UHome smart home model that optimizes energy consumption through real-time sensing and decision-making, achieving energy savings of approximately 20% for air conditioning and 10% for refrigerators [3]. - In commercial buildings, the "Building Brain" technology has saved 4.5 billion kWh of electricity and reduced CO2 emissions by about 4 million tons, equivalent to planting 218 million trees [3]. - The company has introduced low-carbon technologies in industrial applications, such as the CO2 refrigerant technology, and has implemented energy-saving solutions in major projects like the National Speed Skating Oval [5]. Group 3: Product Innovations and Market Performance - Haier Smart Home integrates AI technology into its products to enhance energy efficiency, with innovations like the "Lazy Three-Tub Washing Machine" saving over 50% time and achieving sales of over 300,000 units [8]. - The Haier Mairang refrigerator, recognized for its energy-saving technology, sold 1 million units within three months of launch, consuming less than one kWh per day [8]. - In Europe, the X11 washing machine exceeds energy standards by 70%, achieving sales of over 800,000 units across 20 countries [8]. - The Combo large-capacity washing machine in the U.S. sold over 1 million units despite being priced three times higher than the industry average, demonstrating strong market demand [8]. Group 4: Sustainable Manufacturing Practices - Haier Smart Home prioritizes renewable clean energy in its production processes, having received "zero carbon park" certification for its industrial parks and operating the highest number of "lighthouse factories" in the industry [9]. - The company has established the "Smart Home Green Carbon System" for meticulous management of production execution, energy scheduling, and carbon emission management, ensuring that every production line contributes to green manufacturing [9].