Co-hosted by Dr. Fatih Birol, IEA Executive Director, and Dan Jørgensen, European Commissioner for Energy and Housing, the high-profile IEA conference underscores the critical role of energy efficiency in achieving energy security, affordability, and industrial competitiveness.

The CEO Letter of Commitment, initiated by the Energy Efficiency Movement, is a pledge to promote the role of business as a key vehicle for the implementation of industrial energy efficiency technologies. The signing by Tom Erixon, along with other industry leaders, is further testament to Alfa Laval's dedication to fostering private-public collaboration, forming partnerships and joining flagship projects to maintain continued focus on the COP28 goal of doubling energy efficiency improvements by 2030.

"We believe that energy efficiency is vital for maintaining industrial competitiveness. By reducing cost of energy, you can improve both profitability and sustainability. So, energy efficiency is both good business and essential for our future. By working together, we are contributing to global energy security and the urgent need to double energy efficiency progresses this decade," says Tom Erixon, CEO and President, Alfa Laval.

Industry leaders and CEOs leading the way

The CEO commitment is signed by CEOs from ABB, AFRY, Alfa Laval,  Bilfinger, Boliden, Danfoss, Flowserve, GEA, Grundfos, Munters, Rockwool, Schneider Electric, Siemens Energy, Signify, SSAB, TOPSOE, Trane Technologies and Velux.

The CEO commitment pledges to:

1. Promote the role of business as a key vehicle for the implementation of industrial energy efficiency technologies
2. Advance energy efficiency as an enabler for industrial productivity, decarbonization, and competitiveness
3. Recognize the value of applying an energy efficiency-first principle as a driver for energy security and affordable energy.

Read more about the CEO commitment here.

Private-public conference in Brussels

The IEA 10th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency is co-hosted by the IEA and the EU Commission in partnership with the Energy Efficiency Movement, a global non-profit association dedicated to driving awareness, adoption, and development of energy efficiency solutions. The Energy Efficiency Movement, co-founded by Alfa Laval and ABB, empowers industries to accelerate towards net-zero by fostering collaboration among technology companies, academics, public decision-makers, and other stakeholders.

Read more about the event here.

Contacts

Johan Lundin
Head of Investor Relations, Alfa Laval
Mobile: +46 730 46 30 90
johan.lundin@alfalaval.com

Sara Helweg-Larsen
Head of Communication, Alfa Laval
Mobile: +46 730 35 80 98
sara.helweglarsen@alfalaval.com

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The ability to make the most of what we have is more important than ever. Together with our customers, we're innovating the industries that society depends on and creating lasting positive impact. Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate products in the areas of heat transfer, separation and fluid handling. We're set on helping billions of people to get the energy, food, and clean water they need. And, at the same time, we're decarbonizing the marine fleet that is the backbone of global trade.

We pioneer technologies and solutions that enable our customers to unlock the true potential of resources. As our customers' businesses grow stronger, the goal of a truly sustainable world edges closer. The company is committed to optimizing processes, creating responsible growth, and driving progress to support customers in achieving their business goals and sustainability targets. Together, we're pioneering positive impact.

Alfa Laval was founded 140 years ago, has customers in 100 countries, employs more than 22,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 66.9 billion (5.8 BEUR) in 2024. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.

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