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Whirlpool Corp. has announced new partnerships to support students at Florida A&M University through scholarships and housing. The company collaborates with the EESI program, providing mentorship and financial aid to undergraduate engineering students. Additionally, Whirlpool sponsors housing for 51 students via the Southern Scholarship Foundation, supporting diverse academic pursuits. These efforts are part of Whirlpool's multi-year pledge for racial equality and align with its corporate social responsibility initiatives, promoting volunteerism and community support. Whirlpool's commitment has also earned recognition in various corporate sustainability and responsibility rankings.

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) announced on March 16, 2023, that it achieved Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWtL) Gold or Platinum status at its global manufacturing sites. This accomplishment aligns with the UL ECVP 2799 standard, reflecting a commitment to sustainability that began in 2012. With initiatives focused on waste reduction and a goal to reach net zero emissions by 2030, Whirlpool has implemented significant measures, including wind energy agreements and a $300 million sustainability bond issued in 2021. The company reported approximately $20 billion in annual sales in 2022 and aims to support communities while enhancing business sustainability.

Whirlpool Corporation announced that Angel Seabold from its Clyde, Ohio operations has been honored with the 2023 Women MAKE Award. The award recognizes women in manufacturing who exemplify leadership and excellence across the industry. The awards aim to close the gender gap in manufacturing, where women constitute less than one-third of the workforce despite making up half of the U.S. labor force. The awards will be presented in Washington, D.C., on April 20, highlighting the achievements of 130 honorees, with Seabold being a prominent recipient who embodies Whirlpool's values.

Whirlpool Corporation emphasizes its commitment to women's housing rights and empowerment in a recent press release celebrating International Women's Day. The company highlights the disproportionate impact of inadequate housing on women, particularly single mothers, and showcases support for programs like Habitat for Humanity that facilitate homeownership for women. Jannetta, a Kansas City resident, exemplifies the positive outcomes of these initiatives, having secured a safe and stable home through Habitat's support. Furthermore, Whirlpool collaborates with Habitat's Terwilliger Center in projects aimed at improving housing solutions for low-income families in Mexico and Kenya.

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) announced its participation in the Raymond James' 44th Annual Institutional Investors Conference on March 6, 2023, at 9:50 a.m. ET in Orlando, Florida. Executive Vice President and CFO Jim Peters will represent the company. Investors and the public can access the presentation via the company's Investor Relations website. The event will also be available for replay for at least 30 days. In 2022, Whirlpool reported approximately $20 billion in annual sales, with a workforce of 61,000 across 56 manufacturing and tech research centers.