## Press ConferencetoAnnounce Agreement onAppliance Efficiency Room 2128 RayburnHouse Office Building

.Tuesday,May23, 2000-11:00a.m. Washington,D.C. 

### PARTICIPANTS MODERATORS: JosephM. McGuire President Association ofHome Appliance Manufacturers David M. Nemtzow President Alliance to Save Energy 

### SPEAKERS: 

### Government: The Honorable Bill Richardson Secretary U.S. Department ofEnergy The Honorable Charles E. Grassley (R-IA) United States Senate The Honorable JimM. Jeffords (R-VT) United States Senate 

### Manufacturers: Larry Johnston President and CEO General Electric Appliances Lloyd D. Ward Chairman and CEO Maytag Corporation JeffM. Fettig President and COO Whirlpool Corporation**~** -:!or•

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OTHERPARTIES INATIENDANCE: Andrew deLaski ExecutiveDirector Appliance Standards Awareness Project Alan F. Kessler VicePresident, GovernmentRelations andTechnology AmanaAppliances and Chairman, Association ofHome Appliance Manufacturers DanLashof SeniorScientist Natural Resources DefenseCouncil Philip

### J. Manthei Vice President,Engineering Alliance Laundry Systems The Honorable Dan· Reicher Assistant Secretary for Energy

Efficiency and Renewable Energy U.S. Department ofEnergy Roland G. Weingartner Manager, Engineering Services Miele, Inc.

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### APPLIANCE INDUSTRY SIGNS CLOTHESWASHER ENERGYEFFICIENCYAGREEMENT
WASHINGTON, D.C.-- The Association ofHome Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) is pleased to

announce an historic energyefficiency agreement for clothes washers that has been approvedbyhome appliance manufacturers andothermajor stakeholders includingenvironmental groups, energyefficiency advocates, utilities, and state governments. This agreement will significantly improve energyefficiency and waterconsumptionrates for clothes washers and create newDOEEnergy Starlevels for clothes washer andrefrigerators. The agreement also includes a coalitioneffortto obtain federal taxcredits for the manufacture ofhighly efficientclothes washers andrefrigerator/freezers. Thepartiesto this agreement areproposingto the Department ofEnergy a two- part energy standard for clothes washers in which all units manufactured after 2004will berequired to achieve a 1.04 modified energy factor (MEF). In 2007, products must meet a 1.26 MEF. The current standard correspondsto anMEF of

.817. In orderto save significantly more energythan can be achieved through standards alone, the parties have agreed to advocate a tax credit for the production ofenergyefficient clothes washers and refrigerator/freezers. The tax creditwill transform the marketplace and enhance the sale ofenergy efficientproducts and help mitigate the investmentburden onthe appliance manufacturers for the cost of the clothes washer standard. This tax creditwill run through 2006 and will qualify for products that exceedby 10-15% the minimum efficiency standard. There are limitations to the tax credit amount a company is eligible to receive to ensure neither large nor small comp_anies can unduly benefit from the**~** ,.creditprogram. Newproposed Energy Star levels for clothes washers andrefrigerators will correspond with the tax credits. In addition, appliance manufacturers have agreedto provide waterusage information onclothes washers. This inaugural program will monitor industryprogress by tracking average water factors ofnew clothes washes shipped starting in 2001 and will report the water factor ofany model that qualifies for the Energy Stardesignation or tax credit. This historic agreement willresultin savings ofup to 11 trillion gallons ofwafer, $25.4 billion dollars inreducedenergybills, and 60-95 million metric tons ofcarbon emissions overthe next 30 years due to.reduced energy demand. "The aggressive clotheswasher standards and associatedtax credits for high efficiency appliances embodied in this agreementwill result in substantial energy and water savings for consumers," said Alan Kessler ofAmana Appliances and Chairman ofthe Board ofDirectors of AHAM. AHAM and its members includingAlliance Laundry Systems LLC, Amana Appliances, Asko Incorporated, Frigidaire Home Products, General Electric Appliances, Maytag Corporation, Miele, Inc., Fisher & Paykel Ltd, and Whirlpool Corporation have reached this agreement with organizations such as the National Resources Defense Council, Appliance Standards Awareness Project, City ofAustin, TX, Alliance to Save Energy, American Council for an Energy EfficientEconomy, Pacific Gas and Electric, NorthwestPowerPlanning Council and the California Energy Commission. # # #

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# Washing Machines To Become More Energy Efficient

Agreement Will YieldBigSavingsfor Consumers andtheEnvironment
Joined by executives from the nation's top appliance makers and energy efficiency advocates, 

### U.S. Secretary ofEnergyBill Richardson today announced that a significant agreement has been reached to improve the energy efficiency ofresidential clothes washers. As a result ofthe new agreement, consumers nationwide will save nearly 5 quadrillion Btu (British thermal units) of energy and reduce water use by some 10.5 trillion gallons over a 25-yearperiod. That translates into a savings ofas much as 18 gallons ofwaterperwash. "Today's announcement is a victory for consumers, manufacturers, and for the environment," said Secretary Richardson. "The standards announced today will save enough electricity to light 16 million U.S. homes for 25 years, while cutting greenhouse gas emissions by an amount equal to that produced bythree million cars every year." The agreement represents the latest in a string ofagreements reached with the appliance industry to develop and manufacture energy-efficient and cost-effective consumerproducts. Last month, Vice President Al Gore announced proposed standards to improve the energy efficiency of residential waterheaters, which would save consumers more than $23 billion in energy costs overthe next 20 years. By the end ofthe year, the Energy Department expects to issuerules for fluorescent lamp ballasts, residential central air conditioners, commercial heating, air conditioning and water heating equipment. Water heating and clothes washing combined account for about 15 percent ofall household energy consumed in the United States and costs consumers approximately $21 billion each year. Agreement participants include the Association ofHome Appliance Manufacturers, Alliance Laundry Systems,_Amana, Asko,·Frigidaire, General Electric Appliances, Maytag, Miele, Fisher & Paykel and Whirlpool. 

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### Otherorganizations that support this agreement include the Natural Resources Defense Council, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, the Alliance to Save Energy, Northwest PowerPlanning Council, the CityofAustin, Texas, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, the Appliance Standards Awareness Project and California Energy Commission. While the agreement is subject to a final rulemaking by DOE, it is expected that thejoint recommendations by manufacturers and efficiency advocates will be accepted and written into the final standards. Although most manufacturers currently offer someproducts which meet the proposed standards, all products would have to meet them by 2007. The proposed clothes washer standards are expected to be published in the Federal Register in June and the final rule is expected to be issued by December.



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• Conducts R&D on technologies

and concepts for energy efficiency, working closely with the building induSt:ry and with manufacturers of materials, equipment, and appliances

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• Works with State and local

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# STANDARDS REINVENTING THE APPLIANCE ENERGY EFFICIENCY 

# STANDARDS PROCESS

More than 10 yea·rs ago, Congress enacted legislation to establish energy efficiency standards for residential appliances. The standards have already provided dramatic cost-effective reductions in energy use and in greenhouse gases. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), however, realized that even greater reductions could be achieved sooner if delays weren't experienced while upgrading some of these standards. So, the whole process for establishing appliance standards has been reinvented. 

### How has the process been reinvented? In 1996, the DOE initiated a new. more collaborative process for setting energy efficiency standards for appliances. Through extensive interviews and numerous public workshops, a wide variety of stakeholders provided many comments and recommendations on the rulemaking process, which were incorporated into a Process Rule published in July 1996. The Process Rule contains several procedural, analytical, and interpretive improvements for establishing standards. The most significant improvements include: Procedural ./ Providing for early input from stakeholders · ./ Increasing the predictability of the policymaking timetable ./ Reducing the time and cost of developing standards. Analytical ./ Increasing the use of outside technical experts ./ Eliminating problematic design options early in the process ./ Conducting thorough analyses of impacts ./ Using transparent and robust analytical methods. Interpretative ./ Fully considering alternatives to regulation ./ Setting policies to guide the selection of standards ./ Supporting efforts to build consensus on standards. 

### How has the Process Rule worked in practice?
Since 1996, the DOE has implemented many significant measures under the Process Rule: ./ In late 1996, the DOE established an advisory committee composed of manufacturers associations, states, utilities, environmental groups, retailers, and consumers. The committee provides advice

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50% wastepaper, including 20% postconsumer waste. July 1999 DOE/G0-10099-824 on the appliance energy efficiency standards process. Its recommendations have refined analyses regarding current policymaking. ./ The DOE developed a process to prioritize the development of standards and test procedures. The results are published annually to inform interested parties about these priorities and schedules. Priorities also are used to direct resources, which keeps policymaking on schedule. ./ The opportunities to discuss analyses have been increased. In addition to the workshops held after the publication of the advance notice of proposed policymaking and the notice of proposed rulemaking, the Department is also convening a workshop just prior to the publication of the notice of proposed rulemaking. This workshop is to provide stakeholders and interested parties with the opportunity to comment on what levels of revised energy efficiency standards proposals they could support from the analyses. A senior DOE official facilitates this workshop. Before the workshop, the DOE provides the results of the life cycle cost, payback, national energy savings, manufacturer impact and environmental impact analyses. ./ The DOE has increased the number of visits to manufacturers to enrich the engineering and manufacturing impact analyses. ./ To improve analyses. the DOE has instituted:

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prices to better estimate the impacts of standards on consumers' energy bills. Marginal prices are specific to each household and each appliance. 

### What standards are currentlybeingpursuec under the Process Rule! The DOE has undertaken the ambitiou task of issuing energy efficiency standards during the summer of 2000 for fluorescent lamp ballasts, clothes washers and water heaters. These new standards will achieve tremendou: energy savings, as shown in the table below. And, under the Process Rule, their issuance has successfully been kept on schedule.


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in the United States orone day of world energy use (1996).T.HE BENEFITS Raising energy codes and standards helps to:

· Reduce energy consumption

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## buimding energy codes and appliance standards The Program To increase the energy efficiency of buildings, appliances. and equipment. the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Codes and Standards 1s leading acomprehensive effort to establish minimum efficiency codes. standards. and guidelines that lay the groundwork for reduced energy use and lower operating costs. •The Building Standards and Guidelines

Program helps code and building industry organizations to upgrade model energy codes and helps States to adopt and implement these models. •The Lighting and Appliance Standards

Program develops test procedures and minimum efficiency standards for residential appliances and commercial equipment. Together. these programs are working to achieve bottomline benefits for building owners and consumers: improved performance and lower energy bills. 

### The Approach The Office of Codes and Standards works with abroad coalition of builders, designers, code officials, manufacturers, environmental organizations, States. utilities, and consumer groups to develop codes and standards that are technologically feasible and cost-effective and save significant energy. The Building Standards and Guidelines Program works within the building industry consensus standard and code revision process to upgrade model energy-efficient building codes and standards. The program then develops training materials to help States adopt and implement these models. Financial assistance is also provided. The program promulgates energy standards for Federal buildings based on upgraded model codes. The Lighting and Appliance Standards Program sets energy efficiency standards for appliances and equipment. using test procedures it develops to measure energy efficiency and energy use and estimate the annual operating cost. Standards on products such as refrigerators. air conditioners. furnaces. and dishwashers help Americans save on their energy bills with every new appliance. whether budget model or top of the line. In some cases. manufacturers have developed innovative energy-efficient products in anticipation of future revised standards. making energy awareness acompetitive factor in the marketplace. --\-,

.**~-**BUILDINGS FOR THE 2 I ST CENTURY**~uildings** that are more energydf1c1ent comfortable. and affordable

.. that's the goal of DOE's Office of Building Technology. State and Community Programs (BTS). To accelerate :he development and wide appl1cat1on of energy etficiencv measures. BTS:

· Conducts REiD on technologies

and concepts for energy effiuencv. "vorking cioselv with the bu11ding tndustry and w1th monulacturers of marenals equipment. and appliances

· Promotes energy1money savtng

opportun1t1es ro borh builders and buvers of homes and commercial buildings

· Works with State and local

regulatory groups to improve building codes. appliance standards. and guidelines tor elf1c1ent energy use

· Provides support and grants

to States and communities for deplovment of energy-efficient technologies and practices 

### The Results DOE officials estimate that energy use in buildings is growing at a rate of 3.3 percent each year. with the Nation's 95 million households and 4.5 million commercial buildings spending $195 billion each year. A30 percent improvement in U.S. building efficiency would reduce consumer costs by $38 billion within 15 years.

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The Lighting and Aopliance Standards Program develoos test proceoures to help consumers compare the energy use ana cost to ooerate of comparable models. This mformation is promment!y displayed on the**~nergyGu1de** label. The Building Standards and Guidelines Program plays a key role in reaching this target. Energy code development, adoption. and support activities to date have achieved 104.3 Tbtu in energy savings; $755 million in energy cost savings (1995 $); and 2.4 MMTons of carbon reductions. Lighting and Appliance Standards Program results are equally impressive. Current appliance standards. first enacted in 1987, have already saved consumers $17.5 billion in energy costs. As new appliances continue to replace old. these savings will accumulate. With the new 1997 energy standard. for example. every refrigerator manufactured after July 1, 2001. will use up to 30 percent less energy than the typical refrigerator on sale today-without sacrificing size or features. In 2010. total energy savings from standards already adopted are expected to be 0.62 quads of energy-the equivalent of shutting down nearly five large power plants. For consumers. annual savings on energy costs will average over $38 per household in 2010 or $4.4 billion nationwide. With sucn asignificant reduction in the combustion of fossil fuels for power generation. it is also estimated that existing standards will have prevented approximately 8.7 million tons of carbon emissions in 2010-the equivalent of removing 9 million automobiles from the road.

To LEARN MORE ABOUT THE OFFICE OF CODES AND STANDARDS. CONTACT: Office of Codes and Stanaaras. EE-43 •U.S. Department of Energy 1000 Independence Avenue. SW• Washington. DC 20585-0121•1202) 586-9127 Visit the Codes and Standaras Web site at: ·:1ww.eren.doe.gov/bu1laings/codes_standards Or call the Energy Efficiency and Renewaole Energy Clearinghouse at: 1-800-DOE-3732

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## partnerships generate powerful savings at home and at work The Program ENERGY STAR is avoluntary program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It concentrates on educating consumers about the benefits of highefficiency home appliances. consumer electronics. office eau1pment. windows. lighting. and building materials. The payoff
- decreased energy consumption
- lowers energy costs to consumers over time and reduces the environmental impacts of power generation. The ENERGY STAR label, which identifies highly efficient appliances. equipment. and building components, is now widely recognized. Through partnerships with manufacturers and retailers. the ENERGY STAR symbol is showing up on agrowing range of products for home and business. 

### The Approach Marketplace dynamics drive the acceptance of ENERGY STAR initiatives. Consumer support builds industry interest and sustains the active participation of product manufacturers and suppliers. Partnerships with leading manufacturers. retailers. utilities. and associated industries facilitate the marketing of ENERGY STAR products. It starts with an ongoing effort to educate consumers about the practical benefits of energy efficiency, coupled with steps to raise awareness of the ENERGY STAR label and its meaning. Buying aproduct with the ENERGY STAR label means lower operating costs over the lifetime of the product. Demonstrations of ENERGY STAR products showcase new. energy-efficient technologies in real-world settings, helping to expand product recognition and practical experience in their use. Encouraging institutional buyers such as housing authorities to purchase energy-efficient supplies, equipment. and materials in large volume helps to build asustained mass market for Er1ERGY STAR-labeled items.

Newrefrigerators are twice as efficient

asany 10-year-oldrefngerator. and ENERGYSTAR refngerators are three times more efficientBUILDINGS FOR THE 2IST CENTURY Buildings that are more energyefficient. comfortable. and affordable that's the goal of DOE's Office ol Building Technology. Stille and Communnv Programs (BTSl To accelerate the development and wide application of energv effic1encv measures. BTS:

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## The Results Asustained market for high-efficiency products is on the horizon. ENERGY STAR home appliances and office equipment
- televisions, VCRs. personal computers. copiers, clothes washers. dishwashers. refrigerators. air conditioners, lighting fixtures. windows. doors. and skylights
- are available from many of the Nation's leading makers. Leading retailers, including Circuit City, Montgomery Ward. and others promote ENERGY STAR products in the showroom and in newspaper advertising. In the area of construction and building materials. ENERGY STAR homes
- those that are at least 30 percent more efficient than required by the National Model Energy Code
- are also beginning to grow in number. With more than 700 builders and developers as program partners, in addition to hundreds of other program allies. homes with an estimated $400 in average annual energy savings are being built in every price category and region of the country. Featuring innovations such as advanced insulation, tight construction, high-performance windows. and highly efficient heating and cooling svstems. these homes frequently qualify for special financing options to further enhance their appeal to home buyers With 20 percent of the Nation's air pollution now resulting from home energy use. DOE and EPA estimate the success of ENERGY STAR could reduce home carbon emissions by approximately 4 million metric tons by 2010.

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/Jome energyconsumption oy40percenr annuailv. savingmoneyandmakmg tile/Jome feelmore comfortable. Costs ofwindow renovation can bepaidbackin 2to 10years or less fornew/Jome construcrion.

To LEARN MORE ABOUT ENERGY STAR, CONTACT: ENERGY STAR Program• US Department of Energy, EE-42 1000 Independence Avenue. SW• Washington. DC 20585-0121 •\202) 586-9130 Visit the ENERGY STAR Web site at: www.energystar.gov Or ca11 the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Clearinghouse at: 1-800-DOE-3732 ENERGY STAR Hotline: 1-888-STAR-YES

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### Contact: Linda Eggerss Maytag Corporation 515-787-8518 

### New HomeAppliance Energy Standards Provide Benefits for Consumers and Manufacturers MaytagHelpsBuildConsensusAmongIndustry, Departmentof EnergyandEnvironmentalAdvocates 

### Washington, D.C.

- (May 23, 2000)

- °The U.S. Department ofEnergy, along with the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers and environmental groups, today announced a landmark agreement to

- improve the efficiency ofresidential clothes washers. The agreementputs new standards into effect in 2004 and 2007 that will save 4-5.5 quadrillion Btu (British thermal units) ofenergy, reduce wateruse by 6-11 trillion gallons and save consumers $25.4 

### billion in reduced energy bills by the year 2030. "Wehave an agreement that is good for consumers, good for the environment and good for companies that are committed to products that are energy-efficient and environmentally friendly," said Bill Beer, Maytag Appliances president. "While we realize the standards will put additional demands
on us, we look forward to the challenge, because it is the responsible thing to do for the environment." Maytag, who is at the forefront ofthe industry in seeking stronger energy and water standards, has worked closely with the U.S. Department of,Energy in creating new Energy Starcriteria for appliances. In 1997, the two organizations partnered in a pioneering experiment in Bern, Kansas, where theyjointlymonitored the energy and water savings realized when residents began using Maytag's high-efficiency, front-loading Neptune washer. Hundreds ofthousands ofconsumers have since purchased Neprunes, and those washers have**~:aved** 

### 7.8 billion gallons ofwater and 675 million kilowat hours ofelectricity-enoughwaterto supply all ofthe people in Washington D.C. and Boston with enough drinking water for a lifetime-and enough energyto light theirhomes for two years. -more- ·.:_.The new agreementalso provides for tax credits to encourage manufacturers to producewashers and refrigerators that significantly exceedthe new standards. Beerexpressed hope that the Administration and Congress will move swiftly to approve the necessary legislation. "Taxcredits give us the incentive to design and produce even more energy-efficient appliances by offsettinghigherinvestment costs that we incur," he said. "Andtax credits encourage us to continually educate consumers on the environmental and economicbenefits ofenergy and waterefficient appliances." Parties to the agreement include the Natural Resources Defense Council, American Council for
an Energy-EfficientEconomy, the Alliance to Save Energy, NorthwestPowerPlanning Council, the City ofAustin, Texas, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, the Appliance Standards Awareness Project, CaliforniaEnergy Commission. -30-

### Description ofAgreementBetween Appliance Manufacturers and OtherStakeholdersRegarding ClothesWasherEnergyEfficiency Standards,TaxCreditfor EnergyEfficientAppliances, AndWaterUse Information Programs May23, 2000 An 

### historic agreement has been reached between the appliance industry and major stakeholders, including environmental groups, energy efficiency advocates, utilities, and state governments, relating to an integrated package of energy standards, tax credit, voluntary reporting and labeling programs. This agreement will provide to the public enormous future energy and water savings and carbon emissions reductions. The Association ofHome Appliance Manufacturers and its member companies have reached this agreement with organizations such as National Resources Defense Council, Alliance to Save Energy, American Council for an EnergyEfficientEconomy, Pacific Gas andElectric, and the CaliforniaEnergy Commission. 

### Clothes WasherEnergy Standard The group proposes to the Department ofEnergy a two-part energy standard for clothes washers which would revise significantly the 1994 standard. The standard requires all units manufactured after 2004 to achieve a 1.04 modified energy factor. In 2007, products must meet a 1.26 modified energyfactor. Forcomparison sake, the current standard corresponds to an MEF of.817. This standard will result in4-5.5 quads (quadrillion BTU's) ofenergy saved and about 6 to 11 trillion gallons ofwater saved by 2030. Consumers should save up to 25.4 billion dollars in reduced energy bills cumulatively through 2030. Finally, 60-95 million metric tons offuture carbon·emissions will be eliminated over.the next 30 years due to reduced energydemand. In 

### more common terms, the carbon savings equate to removing 4.1 million cars from the road and the electricity savings equals the deferral of 5 coal-fired power plants. This standaq:l, however, will require hundreds ofmillions ofdollars ofinvestmentbymanufacturers.



### Tax Creditfor the Production ofEnergy Efficient Clothes Washers andRefrigeratorFreezers In 

### order to save significantly more energy than can be obtained through standards alone, the parties have agreed to a tax credit proposal. A manufacturer's tax credit will incent producers to sell more highly energy-efficient products and mitigate the burden on industry ofthe investment for the clothes washer standard. Under the credit, there will be two energy efficiency tiers. The first tierprovides a credit of$50 per unit for specified high-efficient clothes washers and refrigerator-freezers. A second Tier provides a credit of$100 perunit for products at even higher efficiency levels.

### A manufacturer, over the 2001 through 2006 period, could receive up to $30 million of tax credits 

### in each efficiency category for any combination ofhigh efficiency clothes washers and refrigerators sold. The cap of $60 million per.company for the tax credits over the six year period plus a limitation that the annual total tax credit cannot exceed 

### in any tax.able year two percent of corporate gross revenues ensures that neither small nor large companies ·unduly benefit from the creditprogram. For clothes washers the two energy efficiency tiers would operate coterminously. The first tier would be set at product manufactured at 1.26 MEF or better and the second tier for products manufactured at 1.42 MEF or better which would change to the even higher 1.5 MEF in 2004. Residential clothes washers and residential-style "coin operated" clothes washers would be eligible. Forrefrigerator-freezers, the first tier wouldbe effective 

### in 2001 and a $50 perunit creditwould be available for a products which are at least ten percent higher than the tough new 2001 minimum efficiency standard. This credit runs through 2004. A second tier would also be in effect 

### in 2001 running through 2006 and would provide $100 perunit for products manufactured 15% above these new 2001 standards. The credits are limited to full-size automatic defrost refrigerator-freezers at 16.5 cubic feet internal volume and above. 

### Energy StarLabelingProgram All the stakeholders have agreed to propose to DOE new energy star level for refrigerators and clothes washers. These levels will be coordinated with the tax credits. 

### VoluntaryIndustryWaterProgram The appliance industry has agreed to provide for the first time information on the water use of clothes washers. This program will ensure good data and monitoring of industry progress by providing data on the average water factor (a measure of water efficiency) of new clothes washers shipped starting in 2001. Also, manufacturers will report the water factor ofany model that qualifies for the Energy Stardesignation or the tax credit.

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### FORIMMEDIATE RELEASE May 23, 

### 2000 CONTACT: DougMarsano 

### (303) 347-6138

NEWCLOTHES WASHERS TO SA VE CONSUMERS $13 BILLION IN WATER RA TES 

### NewEfficiencyStandards an Important Water Conservation Effort (Denver, Colorado)

-- The American WaterWorks Association (AWWA) announced todaythat consumers will save 

### $13 billionin waterrates overthe next 

### 30 years 

## as a result ofnew clothes washer efficiency standards announced today. The standards came after months ofnegotiation between the U.S. Department ofEnergy, clothes washer manufacturers and an advocate group including an AWWA member. "These standards will savebillions ofdollars and trillions ofgallons ofwater," said Tony Gregg, WaterConservationManager for the City ofAustin, Texas·and AWW A member who signed the agreement. "As aresult ofthis agreement, consumers will enjoybetter clothes washers and smallerwaterbills while theyhelp to reduce pressure onournational water supply." Accordingto an American WaterWorks Research Foundation studyreleased last year, the averagehousehold uses 

### 40 gallons ofwaterperdayto wash clothes. The more efficient machines will need only 25 gallons to do thejob, saving the household up to 

### $100 a yearin water rates. The new machines are expectedto save 6.4 trillion gallons by 

### 2030, savingconsumers 

### $13 billion intheprocess. The agreementbetween the stakeholdersrequires clothes washermanufacturers to sell clothes washers that are more energy and water efficientby

### 2004 and achieve even greaterefficiency in models sold by

### 2007. The agreement also makes 

### $30 million intax incentives available to any manufacturerthat markets the improved models. "In orderto meet the standards, manufacturers will have to market machines that save a lot ofwater," added Gregg. "Saving waternow will benefit consumers and water utilities for years to come." ### TheAmerican Water Works Association and its 56,000 members work to assure a safe, sufficient supplyof drinking water for thepeople of the UnitedStates, Canada, andMexico. The group leads efforts to advance the science, technology, consumerawareness, management, conservation, andgovernment policies related to drinking water. Foradditional informationpleasecontactDougMarsano at (303) 347- 6138, orvisit our Web site atwww.awwa.org.
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# American Councilfor an Energy-EfficientEconomy

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### PRESS RELEASE ForFurtherInformation Contact: Howard Geller 202-429-8873 Andrew deLaski 617-363-9470


### LandmarkAgreement Reached to Improve Clothes Washers Consumersto Saveover$25billion Washington, DC

- Appliance manufacturers, energy efficiency advocates, andpublic officials will announce a landmark agreement to improve household appliance energy efficiency on Capitol Hill today. The agreement, covering appliance efficiency standards, incentives, and informationprograms, culminates months ofnegotiations between appliance manufacturers and a broad coalition ofpublic interest advocates. The agreement includesjointrecommendations for: "' new minimum efficiency standards for clothes washers, "' ·tax credits for manufacturers who produce washers orrefrigerators that exceedthe efficiency standards, and "' new qualification levels in order for these products to obtain the voluntary Energy

_Star label designation. "America's laundry 'load' will get a lot lighterthank_s to this agreement. Specifically, the agreement will reduce the load on consumers' wallets, the load on utilitypowerplants and water systems, and the load on the environment," said Howard Geller, 

### executive director ofthe American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) and a participant in the negotiations. "The clothes washer standards that manufacturers have agreed to will reduce hot water use and the total energy consumption associated with clothes washers by about one-third. As a result, consumers will cut their energy, water, and detergent purchases by over $25 billion during the next 30 years," noted Geller. A typical family now spends about $200 peryear on energy, water, and detergent for doing laundry. The new efficiency standards, which will 

### be phased-in starting in 2004 and affect all 

### newwashers sold in 

### the U.S., 

### are expectedto be issued by the Department ofEnergy bythe end ofthis year. To encourage even higher levels ofefficiencythan required by the standards, public interest groupsjoinmanufacturers in supporting tax credits for highly efficient washers and refrigerators. "Thetax credits will speed up the production ofstate-of-the-art

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### products, providing additional energy and water savings while helping manufacturers to offset theirinvestmentcosts. We urge the Congress to enact these tax credits this year," added Geller. · "This is a significant victory for the environment," said Andrew deLaski, executive

-·- directorofthe Appliance Standards Awareness Project and anotherparticipant in the negotiations. "Thewater savings will reach up to 11 trillion gallons, meaning less water needs to bepumped from America's aquifers and rivers, and less strain on already overtaxed waterand sewersystems," deLaski added. The energy savings will reach over4 quadrillion Btus

- equivalent to the annual energy use ofabout 21 million households

- meaning less fuel needs to beburned to generate electricity and heat water. This in turn 

### reduces local and regional airpollution and cuts emissions ofthe gases causingglobal warming. The agreement is expected to cut carbon dioxide emissions byup to 310million metric tons overthe next 30 years. Carbon dioxide, released from burning coal, oil, and natural gas, is the main gas causing the wanning ofthe earth's atmosphere that is now occurring. · "This is a 'win-win agreement'-itwill benefit consumers, manufacturers and the environment. We commend the Association ofHomeApplianceManufacturers and its members for accepting it.. We also applaud the efforts ofEnergy Secretary Bill Richardson and Assistant SecretaryDanReicher for helping to 'bringthe parties to the table' and for supporting the negotiations," commented StevenNadel, DeputyDirector of ACEEE and coordinatorofthe public interest groups thatparticipated in the negotiations. Thenewclothes washer standard is one ofseveral standards the DepartmentofEnergy has committedto upgrade this year. TheDepartmentproposed new standards·for water heaters lastmonth and is expectedto propose new central air conditioner standards this summer. Improving air conditionerefficiency is especially importantbecause ofthe strain cooling equipmentplaces.onthe electric system as evidenced bypower outages in ·Chicago, New York, New Orleans and otherregions ofthe country last summer. "The Energy Department can morethandouble the energy savings achieved withtoday's agreement andreduce the likelihood offuture powerblackouts by setting a strong new air conditioner standard," deLaski noted,-30-

AboutACEEE:TheAmericanCouncilfor anEnergy-EfficientEconomyisanon-profitorganization established in 1980 and dedicated to advancing energy efficiency as a means ofpromoting both economicprosperityandenvironmentalprotection. Adiversegroupoffoundations,privatecompanies, utilities, and federal and state agencies provide funding for ACEEE's work. For more information, visit the ACEEEweb site at <http://aceee.org>.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: David Goldstein at 415-777-0220 Dan Lashofor Elliott Negin at 202-289-6868 

### NRDC Helps Negotiate New Federal Standards For Clothes Washer ·Energy Efficiency Consumers Will Save Moneyand Cut Pollution at the Same Time 

### NEWSRELEASE

WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 23, 2000)

- Environmentalists hailed new standards for clotheswasherefficiency announced today by Secretary ofEnergy Bill Richardson, sayingthatthey will save consumers $75 a year and reduce pollution atthe same time. The agreement negotiated between washing machine manufacturers and a coalition of government, utility and environmental group representatives, calls for the Department ofEnergy to adopt agreed-upon energy-efficiency standards for washing machines and for governments and manufacturers to support voluntary programs to promote energy-efficient appliances. "Newtechnologies for energy efficiency can reduce pollution, save money and promote economic growth." says David B. Goldstein,.the Natural Resource Defense Council's Energy Program director and a chiefnegotiator. Although washers do not consume a lot ofenergy directly, they use hot water that can cost as much as $125 peryear, says Goldstein. More efficientwashers use less hot water, and less wateroverall, which saves money, water and energy. Many consumers will save money on detergent due to the lower quantities ofwater used; and will also save on the energy they use for dryers, because many efficient washers spin-dry clothes more effectively than conventional machines. The standards will go into effect in 2004 and become more stringent in 2007, when energy use will be cut by about half. "But consumers don't have to wait to make their washers greener and cheaper," says Goldstein. "Products that meet the 2007 standard already are available. and can be identified by the EnergyStar label." (See www.energystar.gov for more information.) "This agreement demonstrates in practical terms how policies that cut global-wanning pollution need not harm the economy, as pessimists have argued," says Dan Lashof, an NRDC senior scientist. '"Nith more efficient washers, the nation can save $20 billion while cutting greenhouse pollution by 5 million tons ofcarbon peryear." The Natural Resources Defense Council is a national, non-profit organization ofscientists. lawyers and environmental specialists dedicated to protecting public health and the environment. Founded in 1970, NRDC has more than 400.000 members nationwide, served from offices in New York, Washington, Los Angeles and San Francisco. More information is available through NRDC's Web site at www.nrdc.org. '

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### Jill Adams McDonough atEdelman 312/240-2644


### Miele Press Statementfor AHAM Press Conference May 23, 2000

We at Miele welcome the announcement ofan industry-wide commitment to increasing energy efficiency and decreasing carbon emissions. We'redelighted to see that many ofthe voluntary standards we have imposed on our own laundry and dishwasher products are being embraced and endorsed by the wider community of manufacturers in the clothes washer category. Fordecades we have taken a proactive stance in energy and water efficient productdesign, as well as voluntary reporting and labeling. We continuously work to improve product performance and ourcustomers' quality oflife. Miele products help reduce electricity, water and detergent consumption, aiding in conservation ofprecious natural resources and providing added value to customers. ,For example, Miele washing machines can save consumers thousands ofdollars overthe life ofa machine with a special hydromatic washing feature which automatically adjusts water level depending on load 

### size. Background The Miele commitment to quality and innovation, coupled with a fusion between function with design, fuelled the company's growth over the decades. Being «first" in its category has been the bedrock ofthe company's growth. In addition to its commitment to energy preservation, Miele is a world leader in the appliance field with a series ofmilestones including: • Miele designed and produced the first wooden-tub washing machine (1900) • The world's first fully automatic washing machines (1958) • The world's first computer-controlled washing machines, tumble dryers and dishwashers with sensor-touch controls (1978) • Miele introduced the first cutlery trays into dishwashers (1987):.- 

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The Miele commitment to quality and innovation, coupled with a fusion between function with design, fuelled the company's growth overthe decades. Ninety-two percent ofcustomers say they would purchase Miele again, representing the highest mark for any household appliance manufacturer. "Foreverbetter," the company's 100 year old credo has evolved into the foundation ofthe company's philosophy: 

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### Miele, Inc. Miele is one ofthe world's leading manufacturers ofpremium household appliances integrating sophisticated design and functionality Miele Appliances, Inc. 9 Independence Way Princeton, NJ 08540 www.mieleusa.com Miele & Cie. 33325 Gtitersloh Federal Republic ofGennany

• Miele appliances and parts are manufactured in nine factories in Germany and one in Austria • Products are marketed in all European countries, United States, Canada, South Africa, Australia and Japan

• Dishwashers-quiet and efficient with a separate cutlery tray • Laundry-front-loadingwith Hydromatic wash system • Ovens-built-:in, conventional heating and TrueEuropean Convection • Cooktops/hoods-customizable, electric orgas/variety of design and installation • Vacuum cleaners-AdvancedEmission GuardTM sealed and filtration system


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### WHIRLPOOL CORPORATIONANNOUNCES THE LATEST IN CONSUMER-DRIVEN DESIGNED APPLIANCES Whirlpool's research and product innovation result in consumer-friendly features CIIlCAGO, April 7, 2000-Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) today introduced the 

### ConquestTM side-by-side refrigeratorto Chicago's Kitchen and Bath Industry Show.

### Th~ ConquestTM is the most recent result ofWhirlpool's consumer-driven research efforts. Its benchmark design elements include innovative features such as a unique in-door ice dispensing system-allowing for" an unprecedented food capacity in the freezer.

"Wetalked to every kind ofWhirlpool consumer, we went into people's homes to see their needs firsthand, and tookthat data back into our design rooms," Said Carolyn Bilger, senior brand manager ofRefrigeration at Whirlpool. "Far example, as people become more health-conscious, our filtered-water dispensing system became a priority.**I~** the 

### ConquestTM, the In-Door Icen1system is a direct response to consumers' need to accommodate more food in their freezers."
Whirlpool determined the hierarchy ofconsumer food-storage needs, and created a systemto specifically address both aesthetic and practical**conc~ms.** Because 42 percent ofconsumers polled expressed an interest in a product that "looks good in my kitchen," the 

### Conquest is designed with exclusive contour doors and hidden hinge caps. "Energy efficiency" was designated as one ofthe top concerns for 45 percent ofthose polled, so the new side-by-side is designed to exceed federal energy standards by up to 

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• Triple Tall Freezer Baskets: These baskets, designed for accessibility, have low front edges for items in the front and slide outfor simple retrieval ofitems in the back ofthefreezer.
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• UltraEaseTM WaterFiltration System and EZ-ChangeTM water filter: The filter is located behind the front base grill, not inside the refrigerator, creating even more storage space. The system delivers up to 500 gallons offiltered water.

The Conquest refrigerator is available at retail outlets nationwide.

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### VVHIRLPOOL CORPORATION ENDORSES LANDMARK AGREEMENT AMONG APPLIANCE MANUFACTURERS, ENERGY ADVOCATES AND GOVERNMENT Agreement Will Save Consumers Billions BENTON HARBOR, Mich
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### May 23, 2000
- Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: 

### 'NHR) today announced an agreement among the appliance industry, f?nvironmental**!~roups,** 

### energy efficiency advocates, utilities and the U.S. government regarding clothes washer energy efficiency standards. The agreement includes an integrated package of increased energy efficiency standards, new energy labeling and energy reporting requirements and manufacturer's tax credits for producing high efficiency clothes washers. Once adopted by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and Congress, the new agreement is expected to save consumers an estimated $25 billion in utility costs and reduce water usage by 6 trillion gallons during a 30-year period. The 5 quadrillion 13TU's ofenergy savings are equivalent to the electricity produced by five large coalfired power plants, while the water saved is enough to supply the water needs for more than 6 million homes for 25 years. "Whirlpool endorses this historic agreement that not only represents a significant advancement in energy efficiency, but will also benefit the environment," said Jeff Fettig, 'Nhirlpool President and COO. "Whirlpool is uniquely positioned to deliver on these consumer savings and benefits. And, as a global company we plan to use our global product development and technology capabilities to develop both clothes washers and refrigerators that exceed the new energy efficiency levels in exchange for the tax credit we hope to receive as a part ofthis agreement." As the global leader in home laundry, today responsible for making more than one out ofevery two home washing machines in North America, the company expects to deliver more than half ofthe benefits to consumers. For example, later this year the company will introduce a new-to-the-world clothes washing product platform, which will offer consumers high energy efficiency with the largest capacity and best cleaning performance while treating garments with a gentleness unsurpassed in the top-loading washer product category.

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- add one "This newwasher is just one of many exciting new products that our company plans to introduce which deliver not only great energy efficiency but also great c:onsumer-focused features and benefits," said Fettig. With manufacturing facilities in 13 countries, Whirlpool's product design and manufacturing teams have long worked in tandem with governments and the scientific communityto bring consumers resource-friendly products, recyclable packaging and conservation programs. Overthe past few years, Whirlpool advancements have included the 

### Resource SaverTM Wash System, the first top loading ENERGY STAR® rated washing machine and the new 

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### TM refrigerator that surpasses the energy standards that are to go into effect in the summer of2001 more than a year before r1

### equired by law. The DOE has also recognized the company as its ENERGY STAR Appliance Partner ofthe Year for the past two years. "Great innovations such as the Resource Saver(TM) and our other soon to be introduced washing platform are the result of our vast global technology resources being brought to bear on designing great consumer-focused appliances that are good forthe environment," added Fettig. "And, this agreement provides us with the type of market based incentives we need to keep investing in such innovations." Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances. Headquartered in Benton Harbor, the company manufactures in 13 countries and markets products under 11 major brand names in more than 170 countries. Additional information about the company can be found on the Internet at

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Whirlpool Media Contact ChristopherWyse 616-923-3417 christopherj_wyse@email.whirlpool.com 

### ### Whirlpool Investor Contact Tom Filstrup 616-923-3189 thomas_c_filstrup@email.whirlpool.com

### Comments 

### By Jeff Fettig President and ChiefOperating Officer Whirlpool Corporation May 23, 2000
Thank you Joe, Secretary Richardson, Senator Grassley, our host, members ofCongress, the environmental community and my colleagues from the appliance industry. It is my pleasure to participate in the announcement ofwhat has been referred to as an "historic" agreement between the environmental community and the appliance industry concerning the laundry energy standard. As I stand here today, I am very mindful of history, both the history ofour industry in the past and the history we will make with this agreement. · Congressman Fred Upton will, I believe, be joining us soon. In 1911 his grandfather and great uncle founded Whirlpool Corporation and set our company on a positive path ofcorporate social responsibility from its earliest years and one that we proudly continue today. The numbers you have already heard about the magnitude ofthe societal benefits that this agreement will deliver, AT A MINIMUM, are staggering. They are especially gratifying for those of us at Whirlpool, because as long as I can remember, Whirlpool has made more than one out ofevery two washing machines in America. We expect to deliver more than half ofthose impressive totals. No offense to our competitors here, but let me assure you we will remain the leader overthe years represented by this agreement not only in washers in general, but also in other high efficiency products. High efficiency washing machines are not new for Whirlpool Corporation. In addition to our U.S. Resource Saverwasher-which was the first vertical axis Energy Star rated washing machine ever-overthe years we have made millions of high efficiency horizontal axis washers in other parts ofthe world. In fact today, we produce about 1.5 million high efficiency clothes washers globally. By design, our global technology base enables us to take the best technology available globally and apply it everywhere. For example, before this year is out, you will see a revolutionary new washing machine from Whirlpool Corporation. Our new machine will offer consumers high energy efficiency, the largest capacity and best cleaning performance while washing clothes in a way none ofyou have ever seen before. I want to close by emphasizing how important the tax credit is to this agreement and to our future. I mentioned earlier that the societal benefits attributable to this agreement are the minimums that will be achieved. At Whirlpool we have challenged ourselves to do even better, but we need the tax credit to help us get there. Consumers will be asked to think differently about washing machines as a result ofthis agreement. They need to understand the benefits of replacing a working washing machine with one ofthese new high efficiency products. We, as manufacturers; need to not only invest in developing these products, but also in marketing to and educating the consumer. Ourfriends in the environmental community and the governmental can also play an important role in the education process. Ifwe all worktogetherwe can maximize the potential, as well as the actual benefits ofthis agreement. Ifwe do so, this will truly become the historic agreement everyone is calling it today. Thank you for coming.

## Whirlpool Corporation'sEnvironmental/EnergyAwards Background Information

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## > U.S. DepartmentofEnergy'sAppliance PartneroftheYear,2000 Forthe second year in a row, Whirlpool Corporation was named "Appliance Partner ofthe Year" by the U.S. DepartmentofEnergy and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for theireducational efforts for the ENERGY ST AR® program and productionofmany high efficientENERGY STAR® appliance models. 

# > Today'sHomeowner 

### "BestNew Product" Award, 2000 The Whirlpool Resource SaverTM is the only washing machine to earnthe award for the year2000. The year-long selectionprocess involved the evaluation ofthousands ofnewproducts. The Whirlpool Resource SaverTM washing machine was selected because itis a great value for homeowners. 

# > RCRA CorrectiveAction Leadership Award

- EPARegion 5 Award, 1999 For outstanding partnerinvolvement. Award was presented to Whirlpool Corporation for ourparticipation inthe Ox Creekcleanup. 

## > Canada'sNational EnergyEfficiencyAward, 1999 The Whirlpool/Inglis/Kenmore Resource Saver WasherTMwas recognized by Natural Resources Canadafor its significant reductions in energy and wateruse. 

# > Alliance to Save Energy's "StarofEnergy Efficiency", 1999 Whirlpool Corporationwas recognized for its support in both environmental public policy and providing environmentally responsible products for consumers. 

## > U.S. DepartmentofEnergy'sAppliancePartneroftheYear, 1999 Whirlpool Corporationwas named "Appliance Partner ofthe Year" by 

### the U.S. Department ofEnergy and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for their educational efforts for the ENERGY STAR®program, introduction ofthe Resource Saver WasherTM and otherENERGY STAR® products. 

# > Good Housekeeping's "BestBuys", 1998 Whirlpool Corporationintroducedthe Resource Saver Wash SystemTMwhich was recommended a "Best Buy" by the Good Housekeeping Institute. 

# > EnvironmentalProtection Agency Awards, 1998 Whirlpool Corporationreceived boththe 1998 Climate Protection Award and the 1998 Stratospheric Ozone ProtectionAwardrecognizing technical achievements, personal dedication and exceptional leadership inprotecting the climate and eliminating ozone-depleting substances.

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### National I 

### Global );;> 

### MinistryofMines & Energy "SealofEfficiency" Awarded to Multibras, 1995-97 Seal awarded to home appliances that are recognized as the mostenergy efficient in the industry in Brazil.**~** 

### GreenLights CharterPartnerCompletion Award, 1996 Whirlpool Corporation completed the program implementation as a viable option to preventpollution through the use ofenergy-efficientlighting.**~** 

### U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Certificate ofEnvironmental Achievement, 1994 U.S. EPArecognized Whirlpool Corporation whose voluntary efforts to prevent pollution, reduce toxic emissions, and increase efficiency are atthe forefront ofa newerainenvironmental protection and economic competitiveness.**~** 

### American ProductExcellence Award, 1994 Presentedto the winning team that developedthe "SuperEfficientRefrigerator", a productthathas achieved outstanding results in the marketplace.**~** 

### GrandAwardWinnerby PopularMechanicsMagazine, 1994 Whirlpool Corporation was selectedby Popular Mechanics magazine to receive one ofits prestigious 1994 Design & 

### EngineeringAwards recognizing the design ofWhirlpool's super-efficient, CFC-freerefrigerator (SERP). );;> 

### GrandAward Winnerby PopularScience Magazine, 1993 Inits sixth annual "Best ofWhat's New" competition, Popular Science magazine has recognizedWhirlpool Corporation's super-efficient, CFC-free refrigerator (SERP) 

### as one of 1993's greatest achievements innewproducts, science and technology.**~** 

### Australian Energy Efficiency Awards, 1997 & 

### 1998 Whirlpool Corporationreceived the 1997 and the 1998 Galaxy StarAwards for excellence in the design, manufacture promotionand marketing ofenergy efficient appliances. The awards referenced Whirlpool's "four star" electronic sensor dryers, high efficiency washers and "five star" frost-free refrigerators. );;> 

### Multibras Recognized by Brazilian Governmentand Island ofFernando de Noronha, 1997 Multibras was instrumental inthe replacement of700 refrigerators/freezers on the island ofF:emando de Noronhato reducethe energy problem and help minimizethe burning ofdiesel-oil used to generate electricity.

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## Whirlpool Corporation's Environmental/EnergyAwards Background Information (Continued) 

### National I 

### Global**~** 

### SuperEfficientRefrigeratorProject (SERP), 1993 Whirlpool Corporation won the top prize inthe $30millionSuper Efficient RefrigeratorProject. The competition among the 14 participating companies wasto design anenergyefficient, CFC-free refrigeratorthat was 30% more energy efficientthan the currentDepartment ofEnergy standards for refrigerators/freezers.**~** 

### GreenLights CharterPartnerProgram, 1991 Whirlpool Corporation along with 21 othercompanies, helped to establish the program as a viable optionto preventpollutionthroughthe use ofenergy-efficient lighting.



### STATE**~** 

### Clyde: Recycle Ohio! Award from the Ohio Dept. ofNatural Resources for outstanding recycling, litterprevention and beautificationefforts. (1994) Ohio Governor's Award for outstanding achievement inpollution prevention. (1994)**~** 

### Evansville: , Finalistin Governor's PollutionPreventionAward 1999 Evansville Award for SignificantReduction in VOC's Governor's PollutionPreventionAward 1998 Governor's Recycling Award (1996)**~** 

### Findlay: "Keep Ohio Beautiful" award from the Ohio Dept. OfNatural Resources and the Ohio House ofRepresentatives.

### ~ 

### Ft. Smith: EPA RegionVI PollutionPrevention Roundtable's Excellence" Award for large manufacturer. (1996) Arkansas Recycling Coalition's "Corporate Recycler ofthe Year" Award for large manufacturer. (1996 )

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### State Industry ofthe MonthWildlife Award. (1995) Corporate Conservationist (1995) Waste Minimization 

### I PollutionPreventionAward from the Arkansas Environmental Federation, Hazardous Waste Reductions (1995) Waste Minimization 

### IPollutionPreventionAward from the Arkansas Environmental Federation, Overall Accomplishment. (1994) Waste Minimization 

### I PollutionPreventionAward from the Arkansas Environmental Federation, solid waste category (1993) };>- 

### Lavergne: Tennessee Association ofBusiness (TAB) "Environmental Excellence Award", 1999 This honor was part ofTAB's 1999 awards to**Tennes~ee-based** 

### companies that demonstrate outstanding achievement inenvironmental protection and enhancement. Awards were presented to companies in four categories: airquality, water quality, solid waste management andhazardous waste management. The · "EnvironmentalExcellence Award" was presentedto Whirlpool's La Vergne Division as the nominee who demonstrated the best overall efforts in all the categories. PretreatmentExcellence Award from the Kentucky-Tennessee Water Environment Association for outstanding operation ofits pretreatment facility. (1998) State PollutionPrevention Award (award to be given April 26 at the Solid and Hazardous Waste Conference) (1995) 

### PretreatmentExcellence Award from the Kentucky-Tennessee WaterEnvironment Association for outstanding operation ofits pretreatmentfacility. (1994) Governors Award (Honorable Mention) for excellence inHazardous Waste Management. (1992)

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### Marion: Chosen by Ohio EPAto be used as a Pollution Prevention case study. (1993) };>- 

### Oxford: Mississippi Public Broadcasting System feature onrecycling (to be released). (1995)

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### Media Zen Vinger 616-923-5978 < 

### zen_m_yinger@email.whirlpool.com**~** 

### Investment Thomas Filstrup 616-923-3189 thomas_c_filstrup@email.whirlpool.com WHIRLPOOL NAMED DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY "APPLIANCE

PARTNER OF THE YEAR" FOR TWO CONSECUTIVE YEARS 

### Award Recognizes Whirlpool's Vision and Innovation in Creating Awareness Ofand Complete Integration ofthe ENERGY STAR® 

### Program
BENTON HARBOR, Mich.-Mar. 21, 2000
- For the second consecutive year, Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: Wi-fR) was recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), as its "Appliance Partner ofthe Year." The award recognizes Whirlpool's vision and innovations to aggressively promote and supportthe Department Of Energy and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR® programs, through trade and consumer education efforts, and product introductions that meet and or exceed the ENERGY STAR® standards for energy efficiency. Speaking atthe award ceremony in Washington D.C., U.S. Secretary of Energy Bill Richardson said "The ENERGY STAR® Program has empowered numerous consumers to make wise, cost-saving decisions on everyday energy efficient items." He added "The continued success ofthe ENERGY STAR® program is proofthat energy efficiency works because it helps consumers save moneywhile protecting the environment." "Energy efficient and environmentally friendly products translate into direct emotional and financial value for our consumers and lead to customer delight, which is our ultimate goal at Whirlpool," said Michael D

.. Thieneman, Executive Vice President Whirlpool North America." In addition to knowing they are buying-moreADMINISTRATIVE CENTER • BENTON HARBOR, MICHIGAN 49022 •TELEPHONE: 616·923·5000 • www.whlrlpoolcorp.com**·~** 

### ENERGY STAR AWARD PRESS RELEASE (2000)-add one

a productthat is betterfor the environment, consumers will realize immediate savings in reduced water and electricity bills whenthey use our ENERGY STAR® branded products. We thank the DOE and the EPAfor once again recognizing our leadership with the ENERGY STAR® program and we lookforward to continuing our partnership in developing consumer based solutions to environmental changes." Whirlpool has been an ENERGY STAR® partner since August 1998. Within this short period oftime, Whirlpool has been very active and has taken several promotional initiativesto expand the ENERGY STAR® program across the entire organization to include all its employees, in addition to its trade partners and consumers. Whirlpool has designed and produced several promotional materials like the ENERGY STAR®travelling display, which highlights the features ofWhirlpool's ENERGY STAR® products, as well as several consumer brochures that are extensively used to reinforce the company's dedication to resource conservation. In addition, Whirlpool has continued to promote ENERGY STAR® to consumers on its web sites and in advertising. Over a period oftime, to increase its involvementwith ENERGY STAR®, Whirlpool has designed and built several products especially forthe ENERGY STAR® Program. These products, which have been marketed underthe Whirlpool 

### and KitchenAid

### brand names, have consoles displaying the ENERGY STAR® logo. Whirlpool has recently announced plans to introduce the 

### Whirlpool brand 

### Conquest

### TM Side by Side Refrigerator, which promises to exceed the Federal efficiency standards by 35 percent. Currently 26 percent ofWhirlpool's total product line in North America is ENERGY STAR® rated. With manufacturing facilities in 13 countries, Whirlpool's productteams have worked closely with governments and the scientific community to develop resource-friendly products, recyclable packaging and conservation programs. -more-'**I~** 

### ENERGY STAR AWARD PRESS RELEASE {2000)-add two Traditionally, the company has taken great strides in exceeding environmental standards through innovations, advanced technology and an investment in continuous environmental improvements. Some ofthese have been the Recyclable Washer and Dryer, designed with the new product design tool called Eco-design and the famed Resource Saver®

### Wash System which was the appliance industry's first top-loading washerto receive the ENERGY STAR® designation. Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances. Headquartered in Benton Harbor, the company manufactures in 13 countries and markets products under 11 major brand names in more than 170 countries. Additional information aboutthe company can be found on the Internet atwww.WhirlpoolCorp.com. ###Administrative Center

BENTON HARBOR, MICHIGAN 49022

Thank you for your interest in energy-saving home appliances. We are proud to be a pioneer with you in the exciting frontier of "green building."' For many years Whirlpool has been developing new technologies to cut energy bills, conserve water. and reduce ozone damage to our atmosphere. This brochure highlights our achievements with**~ur** ENERGY STAR® line of appliances. To qualify for an ENERGY STAR® rating, these appliances must significantly exceed current federal government energy standards, To be a Whirlpool Corporation product, they must deliver superior performance. All of.these appiiances do both

.


# .. But why should you invest in this advanced technology? Simple. When compared to conventional models. these ENERGY STAR® appliances actually cost LESS over the life of the appliance. They can help homeowners save annually on their energy bills. Some ENERGY STAR®appliances qualify for utility company rebates. And Fannie Mae and the National Association of_Home Builders (NAHB) have announced an environmental partnership which will test and develop a menu of mortgage-financing products in six major cities to reward buyers. builders and lenders who support "green building" across America. The most important reason to choose Whirlpool or KitchenAid brand ENERGY ST,o\R® appiiances. however. is our shared global responsibility to protect our planet. At Whiripool. we believe the best place to start is

... at home. We hope you agree. Sincerely. Whirlpool Corporation

P.S.
- Energy-efficient homes DO make a positive difference. for more information about how these ENERGY ST.\R"' appliances can help, or to place an order. visit www.whirlpool.com today.

# Air Conditioners On a blistering hot day,**Whirlpool·~** 

### brand !ENERGY STAR® air conditioners create an oasis from outdoor heat and humidity while using significantly less energy than conventional room models.

Save energy. Wall-to-wall cool. refreshing air is the comfort Whirlpool brand ENERGY STAR"' air conditioners deliver. But to earn this tough, US Department of Energy rating, these models must be significantly easier on**-Jal!llfll"~;,.i..;,4.....** utility bills. too. J'\nd they are - using 16-25%* less energy than current federal government minimum efficiency standards Cleaner air. Inside every Whirlpool brand ENERGY STAR"' air conditioner. you will find a free. sample 3M Filtrete" filter. This exclusive electrostatic filter traps particles as small as 0.3 microns from the air and removes 99 times more 0.3 micron particles than conventional foam or screen filters It is recognized by the American Lung Association"' Health House"' proiect. Our quietest ever! All Whirlpool brand ENERGY STAR" air conditioners are Quiet Partner'" modeis Our engineers have reduced the air noise within the unit so the room is quieter as well as cooler.

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Save energy. AccuWash'" Sensor precisely monitors and adjusts incoming wash water temperatures for safe. effective cleaning It cuts energy usage by up to 56% per wash load so you save up to S50 per year 1n energy costs• and hundreds of dollars over 

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Save water. The Resource Saver" washer's exclusive fresh water. spray-jet rinse system conserves water too. It uses up to 47% less water per load. saving up to 7.000 gallons ofwater annually.•• Yet it is 1ust as effective at removing soap residue as traditional fill and rinse washers. Save time. Because of its popular. top-load design 1 no one has a larger capacity than the Resource Saver'" washer high-efficiency. ENERGY STAR"' model) it saves valuable time in the laundry room. too Clean clothes thoroughly. No other high-efficiency clothes washer removes soil
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