Proving That Indoor Comfort and Sustainability Can Coexist
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As global environmental regulations tighten across the EU and beyond, industries worldwide are under growing pressure to eliminate harmful substances and adopt more sustainable practices. The automotive sector, in particular, is at the forefront of this shift, with automakers expected to lead the charge in meeting rising sustainability and compliance demands.
To stay ahead of these evolving challenges, LG is enhancing its end-to-end support system by working closely with customers and suppliers to foster a more resilient, eco-conscious automotive supply chain.
At the core of these efforts is LG’s Vehicle Solution Material Data System (VSMDS), launched in 2022. This in-house platform was developed to help automakers efficiently meet global environmental standards by providing an advanced, intelligent solution for managing material data used in automotive component development and production.
While the International Material Data System (IMDS) remains the industry’s mandated tool for tracking material content, LG’s VSMDS complements it by providing a more intuitive and insight-driven interface. The platform simplifies regulatory complexity, clarifies exemptions and delivers actionable insights – enabling deeper material analysis beyond what IMDS alone can offer.
A recent and compelling example of VSMDS in action is LG’s proactive preparation for the EU’s proposed ban on PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), expected to take effect in 2030. Leveraging VSMDS, LG and its suppliers can precisely assess PFAS content in materials, identify affected components and take early corrective measures. This capability not only supports timely regulatory compliance but also helps prevent potential environmental and safety incidents.
Beyond internal tools, the LG Vehicle Solution (VS) Company is actively empowering its supplier network to adapt to changing regulatory landscapes. Since 2022, LG’s dedicated VS Environment Analysis team has provided regular training sessions, expert consulting and updated guidance on country-specific regulations and global automaker policies. To date, more than 300 supplier employees have participated in these programs, equipping them with the knowledge needed to stay compliant and competitive.
LG is also contributing as a demand-side partner in a government-led R&D project, led by the Korea Institute of Industrial Technology (KITECH). This initiative aims to develop a carbon management platform that helps suppliers accurately track emissions and formulate reduction plans, in line with both government mandates and OEM requirements.
These wide-ranging efforts have earned LG industry recognition. The company was nominated as “2025 Leading Company in Global Environmental Compliance” and received the Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Award for its proactive leadership in environmental stewardship.
By leading through collaboration with customers and partners, LG is not only meeting strict regulations but also designing the blueprint for a stronger, more sustainable automotive supply chain and a cleaner, more resilient mobility ecosystem.
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Company Shares Progress on Greenhouse Gas Reduction and Resource
Circulation, Reinforces Commitment to Responsible Management
SEOUL, July 11, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG) has released its 2024–2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s strong progress toward its 2030 environmental targets, including reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and advancements in resource circularity. The report outlines the company’s wide-ranging efforts to embed sustainability into its operations as part of its vision for a Better Life for All.
In 2024, LG’s Scope 1 (direct) and Scope 2 (indirect) emissions totaled 910,000 tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂eq), bringing the company close to its 2030 goal of 878,000 tons. The company had previously set itself the goal to reduce GHG emissions by 54.6 percent (compared to 2017 levels) by 2030. The early achievement of this goal was driven by proactive adoption of energy-efficient equipment and carbon-reduction technologies across multiple production processes.
LG is also making headway in cutting Scope 3 emissions from product use through expanded application of AI and other energy-saving technologies. In 2024, the company reduced product carbon emissions by 19.4 percent compared to 2020. Notably, LG was the first South Korean home appliance manufacturer to have its emissions reduction targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). These targets include a 20 percent cut in Scope 3 emissions across seven key product categories by 2030 (based on a 2020 baseline).
Progress has also been made in resource circulation. LG achieved a 97.4 percent waste recycling rate at its global production sites in 2024 – surpassing its 2030 goal of 95 percent. The company also collected 532,630 tons of used electronics from 91 locations in 56 countries last year, bringing its cumulative total since 2006 to over 5 million tons. Additionally, LG increased the amount of recycled plastic used in its products by 36 percent year-over-year.
LG remains committed to enhancing accessibility in its products and services. The LG Comfort Kit, designed to make appliances easier to use regardless of age, gender or ability, now includes 14 products. Accessibility features such as screen reading and simultaneous audio output for hearing aids and speakers on LG OLED TVs, as well as kiosks with height adjustment and tactile keypads, further reflect this commitment. The company also provides inclusive services including disability care programs, sign language consultations, senior support and in-store educational sessions on safety, IT and culture.
LG continues to strengthen its approach to responsible management through a governance structure rooted in compliance and ethics. The company’s board of directors is guided by principles of independence, expertise and transparency, while its ESG Committee plays an expanding role in overseeing sustainability initiatives. In its supply chain, LG supports shared growth through third-party ESG audits aligned with Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) standards.
As a result of its continued efforts, LG ranked in the link hidden, please login to view of S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for the second year in a row. The company has also earned an “A” grade from Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) for five consecutive years and has been included in the Dow Jones “Best-in-Class World Index” for 13 straight years.
LG has published its annual sustainability report since 2006. To download the full 2024–2025 report, visit: .
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LG’s 2025 OLED TVs Become the First to be Certified by TÜV Rheinland for
Maintaining Perfect Black and Clarity Under Indoor Lighting
SEOUL, June 9, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG) has announced that its latest OLED TVs* have earned the “True Visual Experience with Indoor Lighting” certification from TÜV Rheinland, a renowned German testing and certification organization. LG 2025 OLED TVs are the first to achieve this certification, showcasing their exceptional picture quality in indoor lighting environments.
TÜV Rheinland’s rigorous certification process granted LG’s latest OLED TVs a “Perfect” grade across five critical evaluation areas: blackness, vividness, perceptual contrast length, gradation and ambient contrast modulation. Tested under 500 lux lighting, equivalent to a daytime living room, the results demonstrate LG OLED TVs’ ability to maintain high visual fidelity with precise tonal accuracy and depth in various lighting conditions.
In addition to the TÜV Rheinland certification, LG OLED displays have been verified by UL Solutions for “Perfect Black” and “Perfect Color,” and confirmed by Intertek for 100 percent color fidelity and 100 percent color volume. These achievements underscore LG OLED TV’s ability to render absolute blacks and accurate colors, further solidifying their reputation for excellence in visual technology.
According to market research firm Omdia, LG has reaffirmed its leadership in the global OLED TV market. In the first quarter of 2025, LG held a dominant market share of approximately 52 percent based on shipments. Furthermore, LG became the first brand to surpass 10 million OLED TV sales in Europe as of April 2025.
“This certification highlights the distinctive capabilities of LG OLED TVs, setting them apart in the global OLED TV market,” said Jung Jae-chul, head of MS R&D Lab at the LG Media Entertainment Solution Company. “We are dedicated to advancing OLED technology to create unparalleled viewing experiences through our premium TVs in any lighting environment.”
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* LG 2025 M5/G5/C5/B5 series models have received this certification.
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Designed for Elevated Home Living, Company’s Premium Residential Air Conditioner
Effortlessly Blends Advanced AI Technology With Artful Aesthetics
SEOUL, Mar. 6, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG) is unveiling the ARTCOOL AI Air, an advanced cooling and heating solution designed to deliver optimal indoor comfort, sophisticated style and convenient usability. Adopting LG’s advanced AI Core-Tech, this impressive residential air conditioner learns from users’ preferences to provide personalized climate control and improved energy efficiency.
The ARTCOOL AI Air leverages AI-powered climate optimization to create a more comfortable living environment. Its AI Air mode intelligently adjusts airflow strength and direction in real-time, taking into account the room’s layout and occupants’ positions. Compatible with the ThinQ app, users can remotely monitor and customize airflow settings to suit their preferences. In addition, the Sleep Timer+ function enhances comfort by regulating temperature and airflow based on individual usage patterns, creating the ideal conditions for a restful night’s sleep.
Boasting a sleek, modern-minimalist design, LG’s latest ARTCOOL fits seamlessly with a wide range of contemporary interior styles. The new model’s black mirror glass finish and the series of horizontal bars composing the grille at its lower edge add a touch of luxurious refinement to any room. The grille not only provides a subtle yet striking visual contrast to the reflective black surface above it but also plays a crucial role in enhancing airflow distribution. When airflow is directed solely through the ARTCOOL’s front outlet, the distinctive multi-line grille structure helps create a “wind spread” of over 180 degrees, delivering a softer and more pleasant breeze.
Moreover, the company’s new air conditioner proactively helps users save energy with its AI kW Manager and Window Open Detection features. Accessible via the ThinQ app, the AI kW Manager provides real-time power usage data and allows users to set customized energy-usage limits, offering a convenient way to monitor and control the electricity consumption of the ARTCOOL AI Air. The Window Open Detection and the Human Detecting Sensor contribute further to the prevention of energy waste. The Window Open Detection feature switches the air conditioner to energy-saving mode when it detects a sudden change in temperature, while the Human Detecting Sensor activates energy-saving mode when it senses the room has been unoccupied for a period of time.
“The ARTCOOL AI Air combines sophisticated design with LG’s cutting-edge AI and air conditioning technologies to provide personalized comfort, premium style and intelligently energy savings,” said James Lee, president of the LG ES Company.
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Company Recognized as One of the World’s Most
Responsible and Sustainability-Focused Corporate Citizens
SEOUL, Feb. 13, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG) has once again secured a “Top 1%” ranking in S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), marking the second consecutive year it has received this distinction. Scoring 77 out of 100, LG achieved the highest marks among the 66 companies in the CSA’s Leisure Equipment & Products and Consumer Electronics industry category.
LG’s consistent performance across multiple assessment categories reflects its commitment to responsible environmental, social and governance (ESG) management. The company received high marks in environmental criteria, demonstrating strong performance in waste and pollutants management, energy management program and climate strategy. It also scored well in social categories, including human rights, supply chain management and customer relations. Additionally, LG earned high ratings in governance for its transparency in reporting sustainability-related information.
S&P Global’s CSA provides a comprehensive evaluation of companies’ ESG performance, identifying the top 1 percent, 5 percent and 10 percent in each industry. Out of 7,690 companies across 62 industries assessed in the latest evaluation, only 66 achieved the “Top 1%” ranking.
Securing this recognition for consecutive years highlights LG’s growing global acknowledgment as a leader in ESG management. The CSA serves as a key benchmark for investors worldwide, reinforcing LG’s commitment to sustainable business practices.
To realize its Better Life for All vision, LG has established six strategic tasks for ESG management. These are focused on what LG terms the “3Cs” for the planet (carbon neutrality, circularity and clean technology), and the “3Ds” for people (design for all, decent workplace and diversity & inclusion).
LG is furthering its commitment to sustainability with plans to transition to 100 percent renewable energy at all domestic and U.S. business sites, as well as international manufacturing facilities, by 2050. As part of its climate action strategy, the company aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030.
Notably, LG became the first home appliance company in South Korea to have its corporate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 54.6 percent by 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. Additionally, LG is committed to cutting Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 20 percent per functional unit by 2030, based on a 2020 baseline.
Additionally, LG is enhancing resource efficiency by increasing the use of recycled plastics sourced from waste appliances and developing paper-based cushioning materials to reduce plastic use in packaging.
LG remains dedicated to fostering a strong corporate culture rooted in ethical business practices. The company has implemented its Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct across all business sites and has established Human Rights Principles to uphold corporate integrity. LG continues to transparently communicate its business direction and corporate value enhancement plans, including the Future Vision 2030, the LG Electronics India IPO and shareholder return policies, ensuring meaningful engagement with stakeholders.
Furthermore, LG has reinforced its corporate governance structure by establishing clear guidelines on the independence, diversity and expertise of its independent directors, along with the implementation of its corporate governance charter.
“As a responsible global corporate citizen, LG remains dedicated to upholding the principles of good ESG management and will continue striving toward a future of shared, sustainable growth,” said Hong Sung-min, head of LG’s ESG Strategy Division.
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