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TECHx
16-07-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Sustainability Report: LG Cuts Emissions, Expands Recycling
Home » Green Tech » Sustainability Report: LG Cuts Emissions, Expands Recycling LG Electronics (LG) has released its 2024–2025 Sustainability Report, providing an update on its progress toward environmental goals. The company revealed advancements in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing resource circularity, aligned with its vision for a Better Life for All. According to the report, LG's Scope 1 (direct) and Scope 2 (indirect) emissions in 2024 totaled 910,000 tons of CO₂ equivalent. This brings the company close to its 2030 target of 878,000 tons. LG had previously announced a goal to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 54.6 percent from 2017 levels by 2030. It reported that early progress was enabled by adopting energy-efficient equipment and carbon-reduction technologies across its operations. LG is also working to reduce Scope 3 emissions from product use. It reported a 19.4 percent drop in product carbon emissions in 2024 compared to 2020. The reduction was achieved through expanded use of AI and energy-saving technologies. The company noted that it was the first South Korean home appliance brand to have its emissions targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). These targets include a 20 percent reduction in Scope 3 emissions across seven key product categories by 2030, based on a 2020 baseline. The Sustainability Report also outlined LG's efforts in waste reduction and recycling. In 2024, the company reached a 97.4 percent waste recycling rate at global production sites. This surpasses its 2030 goal of 95 percent. Additionally, LG collected 532,630 tons of used electronics from 91 locations across 56 countries last year. Since 2006, the company has collected over 5 million tons of used electronics. Other highlights from the report include:• A 36 percent year-over-year increase in the use of recycled plastic in LG products • Continued product design improvements to enhance accessibility for users of all ages and abilities LG also detailed initiatives to improve inclusivity. The LG Comfort Kit now includes four products aimed at simplifying appliance use. Accessibility features in LG OLED TVs include screen reading and simultaneous audio output for both hearing aids and speakers. The company also offers height-adjustable kiosks and tactile keypads, as well as services like sign language consultations and senior support programs. In the area of responsible management, LG reported that its governance structure is rooted in compliance and ethics. The board of directors follows principles of independence, expertise, and transparency. The ESG Committee continues to expand its oversight of sustainability programs. LG also conducts third-party ESG audits across its supply chain, based on Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) standards. As a result of these efforts, LG announced its inclusion in the top 1 percent of S&P Global's Corporate Sustainability Assessment for the second year. The company also received an 'A' rating from MSCI for the fifth year and has been listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for 13 consecutive years. The 2024–2025 LG Sustainability Report reaffirms the company's long-term goals and documents its progress across environmental, social, and governance areas.
Associated Press
14-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
LG Unveils Accessible Smart Solutions for U.S. Market
ANAHEIM, Calif., March 14, 2025 /3BL/ - Accessibility innovations designed to enable a 'Better Life for All' were unveiled for the U.S. market by global innovator LG Electronics here this week. As a featured exhibitor at the 40th annual CSUN (California State University, Northridge) Assistive Technology conference, LG showcased smart home innovations, AI technologies and accessory devices designed to help consumers with disabilities and senior citizens use products more conveniently. According to LG Electronics ESG Strategy Head Justin Hong, LG's role at CSUN 2025 exemplifies the company's ongoing efforts to enhance accessibility for home appliance users and to realize its Better Life for All ESG vision. 'Accessibility is at the heart of our innovation, driving us to push boundaries and exceed expectations,' he said, adding: 'It is particularly meaningful to showcase various products launching in North America as we continue our efforts to contribute to a Better Life for All with some of the easiest-to-use and most convenient products on the planet.' A highlight of the exhibition was a newly-developed commercial kiosk featuring height-adjustable capabilities and tactile keypads. This kiosk allows wheelchair users to easily adjust the screen height to their eye level. A new tactile keypad accessory designed to enhance accessibility for visually impaired consumers also was introduced at the conference. For the U.S. consumer market, LG demonstrated various solutions that enhance user experiences through attachable accessories and software updates for home appliances and consumer electronics. Highlights included: The 'LG Comfort Kit,' attachable and detachable accessories which helps users easily use appliances regardless of gender, age or disability; 'ThinQ ON,' the new smart home platform that supports easy appliance control via voice commands; and Features on LG OLED TVs such as 'Voice Menu Reading' and 'Simultaneous Listening with Hearing Aids and Speakers,' which garnered significant interest from attendees. The LG Comfort Kit, introduced in North America for the first time this year, was developed in response to user concerns. LG created several accessories to make appliances easier to operate, including easy handles for people with limited strength to open the laundry detergent drawer and washer and dryer doors, and an easy-to-use dial for washing machines. The company continues to expand the Comfort Kit lineup by listening to feedback from a variety of consumers, including those with mobility impairments, visual impairments, as well as children and seniors. Complementing its technology demonstrations in the booth, LG hosted a half-day workshop addressing topics such as AI smart homes, universal design including comfort kits and accessible kiosks. Discussions included new assistive technologies and ways to alleviate customer pain points to create more convenient environments. Workshop participants included accessibility stakeholders from the Shepherd Center, the University of Maryland, UC Berkeley, the American Council of the Blind, and the National Center for Accessible Media, who all shared their expertise and insights on improving accessibility in products. Organized by the Center on Disabilities at California State University, Northridge (CSUN), this event is recognized as the largest event focused on assistive technology. Major global tech companies, including Google, Amazon and Microsoft, participate annually to introduce their new accessibility technologies and gain insights. LG is the first global home appliance company to exhibit at the CSUN conference. About LG Electronics USALG Electronics USA Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a leading smart life solutions company with annual global revenues of more than $60 billion. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and vehicle components. LG is an 11-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
LG Unveils Accessible Smart Solutions for U.S. Market
As Featured Exhibitor at CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, LG Demonstrates Innovations That Enable 'Better Life for All' ANAHEIM, CA / / March 14, 2025 / Accessibility innovations designed to enable a "Better Life for All" were unveiled for the U.S. market by global innovator LG Electronics here this week. As a featured exhibitor at the 40th annual CSUN (California State University, Northridge) Assistive Technology conference, LG showcased smart home innovations, AI technologies and accessory devices designed to help consumers with disabilities and senior citizens use products more conveniently. According to LG Electronics ESG Strategy Head Justin Hong, LG's role at CSUN 2025 exemplifies the company's ongoing efforts to enhance accessibility for home appliance users and to realize its Better Life for All ESG vision. "Accessibility is at the heart of our innovation, driving us to push boundaries and exceed expectations," he said, adding: "It is particularly meaningful to showcase various products launching in North America as we continue our efforts to contribute to a Better Life for All with some of the easiest-to-use and most convenient products on the planet." A highlight of the exhibition was a newly-developed commercial kiosk featuring height-adjustable capabilities and tactile keypads. This kiosk allows wheelchair users to easily adjust the screen height to their eye level. A new tactile keypad accessory designed to enhance accessibility for visually impaired consumers also was introduced at the conference. For the U.S. consumer market, LG demonstrated various solutions that enhance user experiences through attachable accessories and software updates for home appliances and consumer electronics. Highlights included: The "LG Comfort Kit," attachable and detachable accessories which helps users easily use appliances regardless of gender, age or disability; "ThinQ ON," the new smart home platform that supports easy appliance control via voice commands; and Features on LG OLED TVs such as "Voice Menu Reading" and "Simultaneous Listening with Hearing Aids and Speakers," which garnered significant interest from attendees. The LG Comfort Kit, introduced in North America for the first time this year, was developed in response to user concerns. LG created several accessories to make appliances easier to operate, including easy handles for people with limited strength to open the laundry detergent drawer and washer and dryer doors, and an easy-to-use dial for washing machines. The company continues to expand the Comfort Kit lineup by listening to feedback from a variety of consumers, including those with mobility impairments, visual impairments, as well as children and seniors. Complementing its technology demonstrations in the booth, LG hosted a half-day workshop addressing topics such as AI smart homes, universal design including comfort kits and accessible kiosks. Discussions included new assistive technologies and ways to alleviate customer pain points to create more convenient environments. Workshop participants included accessibility stakeholders from the Shepherd Center, the University of Maryland, UC Berkeley, the American Council of the Blind, and the National Center for Accessible Media, who all shared their expertise and insights on improving accessibility in products. Organized by the Center on Disabilities at California State University, Northridge (CSUN), this event is recognized as the largest event focused on assistive technology. Major global tech companies, including Google, Amazon and Microsoft, participate annually to introduce their new accessibility technologies and gain insights. LG is the first global home appliance company to exhibit at the CSUN conference. For high-res images, click here. ### About LG Electronics USALG Electronics USA Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a leading smart life solutions company with annual global revenues of more than $60 billion. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and vehicle components. LG is an 11-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. Media Contacts:LG Electronics North America John I. Taylor +1 847 941 8181 View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from LG Electronics USA on Contact Info:Spokesperson: LG Electronics USAWebsite: info@ SOURCE: LG Electronics USA View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
