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Whirlpool Corporation is committed to improving life at home, in our operations and in our communities, driven by our culture of integrity and deeply embedded values.

Our Unwavering Commitment to Corporate Responsibility

Marc Bitzer,
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

A Message from Our CEO,
Marc Bitzer

For Whirlpool, corporate responsibility is a long-term commitment. We’re not just thinking about what we can accomplish in the next two or three years. We’re thinking about what our company — and the world — will be like in 10, 25, even 50 years. As a leader in our industry, our products play an important role helping our consumers manage their everyday. The potential for us to make a positive impact is significant.

We take this responsibility seriously, integrating innovative and sustainable approaches in the work we do every day. We set ambitious targets, develop efficient and industry-leading products, cultivate operational excellence and empower people in our workplace and in our communities. In doing so, we help support a more sustainable, more resilient future for all.

We have a deep commitment to environmental sustainability, founding our Office of the Environment more than 50 years ago, the first in the home appliance industry. That same commitment will guide us through the next 50 years and beyond, as we work relentlessly to improve life at home.

Whirlpool Purpose and Corporate Responsibility Strategy

From the founding of Whirlpool Corporation in 1911, we have lived by our vision to improve life at home. Guided by our core values, we work to develop innovative products that improve consumers’ lives, lessen environmental impact and support our employees and communities, all while delivering value for our shareholders.

Realizing a more sustainable world is not just about setting ambitious targets. It’s about taking action to achieve them. We are always looking for opportunities to drive change through our products and operations, in the way we work with process partners and for the people we serve.”

— Beat Stocker,
Senior Director of Global Sustainability

Our corporate responsibility strategy is integral to our strategic imperatives and operating priorities.

Improving Life at Home With Our:

Products

We develop innovative, reliable products with the needs of consumers and the planet in mind.

People and Communities

We value diverse ideas and perspectives, and strive to support our employees and communities.

Plants and Operations

We deliver operational excellence, focusing on the safety of employees and responsible use of resources.

Governance

We commit to operating sustainably and creating long-term value through the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Awards and Recognition

We are proud to have been recognized for our efforts this past year. Our commitment to a healthy and equitable workplace, social responsibility and environmental sustainability has guided our approach. This is some of the recognition we received in 2025.

CORPORATE/REGION

World’s Most Admired Companies
Fortune
15th consecutive year

Halo Award — Best Employee Engagement Initiative
Engage for Good

Manufacturing Leadership Award — Collaborative Ecosystems
Manufacturing Leadership Council

100 Best Companies
Top Companies for Executive Women
Best Companies for Multicultural Women
Inclusion Index Organization
Seramount
Recognized in all four Seramount categories

Excellence in Customer Experience —
Individual Take Back System
ABRAREC CX 2025

ESR Distinction — Socially Responsible Company
Cemefi — Mexican Center for Philanthropy B.C.
17th consecutive year

Best Companies — Top Company in the Electronics Industry
Valor 1000
6th time

Best Companies to Work For &
#1 Best Company to Work For Women
Top Companies México & Expansión Magazine

BRAND/PRODUCT

Red Dot Design Awards
KitchenAid Go Citrus Juicer & Chopper
KitchenAid Pure Power Blender

iF Design Awards
KitchenAid Dishwasher w/ 360° Max Jets Third Rack
KitchenAid Slide-In Range
KitchenAid Pure Power Blender
KitchenAid Fully Auto Espresso Machine
(for UX design)
KitchenAid Go Citrus Juicer & Chopper

Best of The Kitchen & Bath
Industry Show (KBIS)
Maytag Pet Pro Laundry Pair
JennAir Downdraft Induction
KitchenAid Wall Oven
Whirlpool WipeClean Coating
Reviewed.com

Best of KBIS Award
KitchenAid Juniper
Apartment Therapy

KBIS Best in Show Awards
Whirlpool Refrigerator
JennAir Downdraft Induction
The Kitchn

Folha Top of Mind Awards
Consul top in Refrigerator category —
35th time — undefeated
Brastemp top in Washing Machine category — 19th time

The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a safe harbor for forward-looking statements made by us or on our behalf. Certain statements contained in this and other written and oral statements made from time to time by us or on our behalf do not relate strictly to historical or current facts and may contain forward-looking statements that reflect our current views with respect to future events and financial performance. As such, they are considered “forwardlooking statements” that provide current expectations or forecasts of future events. Such statements can be identified by the use of terminology such as “may,” “could,” “will,” “should,” “possible,” “plan,” “predict,” “forecast,” “potential,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” “intend,” “commit,” “believe,” “may impact,” “on track,” “guarantee,” “seek,” “would,” “committed,” “undertake,” “target” and the negative of these words and words and terms of similar substance. Our forwardlooking statements generally relate to our strategic and transactional objectives, operational planning and implementation, financial projections, goals, and assumptions, external and macroeconomic conditions, and legal, regulatory and sustainability matters. These forward-looking statements should be considered with the understanding that such statements involve a variety of risks and uncertainties, known and unknown, and may be affected by inaccurate assumptions. Consequently, no forward-looking statement can be guaranteed, and actual results may vary materially.

This document contains forward-looking statements about Whirlpool Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries (“Whirlpool”) that speak only as of this date. Whirlpool disclaims any obligation to update these statements. Forward-looking statements in this document may include, but are not limited to, statements regarding future financial results, environmental, social, and governance efforts, longterm sustainability and Net Zero goals, including emissions reduction targets, risk management and resilience, product innovation, durability and resource efficiency, product safety and quality, second life and end-of-life initiatives, responsible sourcing and supply chain management, sustainable operations and investments in renewable energy, and efforts related to workplace health and safety, employee engagement, and community impact. Many risks, contingencies and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from Whirlpool’s forward-looking statements. Among these factors are: (1) intense competition in the home appliance industry, and the impact of the changing retail environment, including direct-toconsumer sales; (2) Whirlpool’s ability to maintain or increase sales to significant trade customers and builders; (3) Whirlpool’s ability to maintain its reputation and brand image; (4) Whirlpool’s ability to achieve its business objectives and successfully manage its strategic portfolio transformation and outsourced business unit service model; (5) Whirlpool’s ability to understand consumer preferences and successfully develop new products; (6) Whirlpool’s ability to obtain and protect intellectual property rights; (7) acquisition, divestiture, and investment-related risks, including risks associated with our past transactions; (8) the ability of suppliers of critical parts, components and manufacturing equipment to deliver sufficient quantities to Whirlpool in a timely and cost-effective manner; (9) risks related to Whirlpool’s international operations; (10) Whirlpool’s ability to respond to unanticipated social, political and/or economic events, including epidemics/ pandemics; (11) information technology system and cloud failures, data security breaches, data privacy compliance, network disruptions, and cybersecurity attacks; (12) product liability and product recall costs; (13) Whirlpool’s ability to attract, develop and retain executives and other qualified employees; (14) the impact of labor relations; (15) fluctuations in the cost of key materials (including steel, resins, and base metals) and components and the ability of Whirlpool to offset cost increases; (16) Whirlpool’s ability to manage foreign currency fluctuations; (17) impacts from goodwill, intangible asset and/or inventory impairment charges; (18) health care cost trends, regulatory changes and variations between results and estimates that could increase future funding obligations for pension and postretirement benefit plans; (19) impacts from credit rating agency downgrades; (20) litigation, tax, and legal compliance risk and costs; (21) the effects and costs of governmental investigations or related actions by third parties; (22) changes in the legal and regulatory environment including environmental, health and safety regulations, data privacy, taxes and generative AI; (23) the impacts of changes in foreign trade policies, including tariffs; (24) Whirlpool’s ability to respond to the impact of climate change and climate change or other environmental regulation; and (25) the uncertain global economy and changes in economic conditions.

Other Important Notes & Disclaimers

Various of the disclosures in this report are informed by the expectations of various stakeholders and/or third-party frameworks. Such information may not necessarily be material for purposes of our filings under U.S. federal securities laws, even if we use “material” or similar language in discussing such matters. Particularly in the ESG context, there are various approaches to materiality that differ from, and in many cases are more expansive than, the definition under U.S. federal securities laws. Furthermore, much of this information is subject to methodologies and data that continue to evolve. Over time, our approach to such matters has also evolved and is expected to continue evolving, and we cannot guarantee that our approach will align with the expectations or preferences of any particular stakeholder. For example, the processes for measuring and accounting for ESG metrics can involve substantial discretion, include assumptions or other methodological considerations that involve inherent uncertainty and may change due to evolving understanding or perception of certain matters by us or society at large. This can make it difficult to anticipate the ultimate outcomes of certain decisions in advance, as well as complicate the comparison of information presented at different times or under different circumstances or standards. Moreover, while we aim to align various disclosures set forth or referred to in this report with the recommendations of various third-party frameworks, such as the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board and the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures, we cannot guarantee strict adherence to these frameworks’ recommendations. Our disclosures, as well as relevant internal controls, also may change due to revisions in framework requirements, availability or quality of information, changes in our business or applicable government policies, or other factors, some of which may be beyond our control.