Whirlpool Corporation
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. , September 23, 2011 / PRNewswire / - Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) announced today that it was designated to form part of the list 2011/2012 Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for the seventh consecutive year. In 2011, the year that marks the centenary of the creation of the company, Whirlpool Corporation was named to the list include both North America as that is done worldwide. The DJSI tracks the performance list of major financial companies promoted by the sustainability of the entire world. "It's an honor to be recognized by one of the most comprehensive revisions sustainable business practices in the world for the seventh consecutive year," said Jeff M. Fettig, chairman and CEO, Whirlpool Corporation. "Our goal has always been to provide innovative solutions to all customers while maintaining a commitment to social responsibility. With the combined power of the company worldwide and the strong commitment of employees, our vision has become reality. "Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is an American company specializing in the design, manufacture and distribution of appliances. It was founded in 1911. First in sales in its field in the United States, it is also a world leader at Electrolux. In 2006, it employs approximately 68,000 people. Copyright: The text is available under Creative Commons attribution share alike, other conditions may apply. See Terms of Use for more details and credit graphics. If reuse of text on this page, see how to cite authors and include the license. Wikipedia ® is a registered trademark of the Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. . , Charitable organization governed by Section 501 (c) (3) of the Tax Code of the United States. .