Samsung's Transparent Smart Window got a lot of attention at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Courtesy of Samsung

Ridgefield Park, N.J., USA - March 1, 2012

Samsung Electronics has been named 2012 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year in the Product Manufacturing Category by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Samsung's Transparent Smart Window got a lot of attention at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Courtesy of Samsung

By offering 960 ENERGY STAR-qualified models across multiple product categories, including more televisions than all other consumer electronics brands, Samsung was selected out of the 20,000 participating ENERGY STAR organizations for its outstanding contributions in ongoing employee, retailer, and distributor training programs, as well as consumer education campaigns, recycling efforts, and labeling practices.

Gee-Sung Choi, Vice Chairman & CEO, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. An 33-years veteran of Samsung. Mr. Choi's leadership and sophisticated technology expertise helped build Samsung into the world's largest consumer electronics company. Courtesy of Samsung

“Samsung is honored to be selected as ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year because this prestigious award underscores our corporate commitment to sustainability,” said Yangkyu (Y.K.) Kim, President and CEO of Samsung Electronics North America.
“Under our global Planet First initiative, we are working to manage our operations sustainably while developing not only the most innovative technology, but also the most energy efficient products. The four Eco-Design and Sustainability Awards we received from the Consumer Electronics Association earlier this year, together with this strong recognition from the EPA is appreciated as validation of the hard work and dedication of Samsung people around the world.”

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Building on its multi-year partnership with the EPA, Samsung actively promoted “Change the World, Start with ENERGY STAR.”

Samsung Galaxy Tab™ 7.0 Plus (Wi-Fi) 32GB. Courtesy of Samsung

The company encouraged consumers to pledge small, yet important, steps to fight global climate change at Samsung events including the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the World Cyber Games, and at Boys & Girls Club of America events.

Samsung SUR40 for Microsoft Surface (horizontal implementation) Samsung SUR40 for Microsoft Surface features new technology that gives LCD panels the power to see without the use of cameras, a 40-inch, high-definition screen, and thin form factor with multiple configuration options (horizontal and vertical). Courtesy of Microsoft

Over the past 20 years, American families and businesses have saved nearly $230 billion on utility bills and prevented greenhouse gas emissions equal to that from more than 350 million vehicles with help from ENERGY STAR.

Samsung SUR40 for Microsoft Surface (vertical implementation) Created in partnership with Samsung, the Samsung SUR40 for Microsoft Surface incorporates all the key features of the original Surface product – a massive multi-touch experience, the ability to recognize fingers, hands, and objects – as well as a new technology that has enabled a more flexible form factor. Courtesy of Microsoft

“As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the ENERGY STAR program, EPA is proud to recognize Samsung with the 2012 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year – Product Manufacturer Award,” said Lisa P. Jackson, EPA Administrator.
“Samsung and all our ENERGY STAR award winners truly demonstrate how the leadership and commitment from EPA’s partners has made a difference in the lives of Americans since 1992 saving them billions of dollars in energy costs and improving the health of our families, the planet, and our future.”

Samsung D7000 - LED TV Courtesy of Samsung

A proud ENERGY STAR partner since 1996, 2012 is the fourth consecutive year Samsung has been honored for providing its customers with energy-efficient products that have reduced consumption and helped consumers save on their energy costs.

Samsung WF419 Courtesy of Samsung

In addition to being named 2012 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year in the Product Manufacturing, we have been recognized in past years as follows:

• 2011 Energy Star Partner of the Year – Product Manufacturer Award

• 2010 Energy Star Award for Excellence in Energy Star Promotion

• 2009 Energy Star Award for Excellence in Energy Star Labeling

Samsung WF419 control panel Courtesy of Samsung

Samsung will formally accept the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year recognition at the upcoming award ceremony Washington, D.C. on March 15, 2012, which marks the 20th anniversary of ENERGY STAR.

Samsung RFG299 Courtesy of Samsung

For more information about Samsung’s sustainability efforts, visit
www.samsung.com/green  


About Samsung Electronics North America

Samsung Electronics North America (NAHQ), based in Ridgefield Park, NJ, is an arm of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung DMR57LFS Courtesy of Samsung

The company markets a broad range of award-winning consumer electronics, information systems, and home appliance products, as well as oversees all of Samsung’s North American brand management including Samsung Electronics America, Inc., Samsung Telecommunications America, LP, Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc., and Samsung Electronics Mexico, Inc.

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As a result of its commitment to innovation and unique design, Samsung is one of the most decorated brands in the electronics industry.

Courtesy of Samsung Lab

The company was ranked #17 in BusinessWeek/Interbrand “100 Best Global Brands,” and named as one of Fast Company’s “50 Most Innovative Companies of 2011.”

Courtesy of Samsung Lab

For more information, please visit www.samsung.com  

You can also Fan Samsung on
www.facebook.com/SamsungUSA  

or follow Samsung via Twitter @SamsungTweets


About ENERGY STAR

ENERGY STAR was introduced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 1992 as a voluntary market-based partnership to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through increased energy efficiency.

Now celebrating its 20th anniversary, ENERGY STAR offers businesses and consumers energy-efficient solutions to save energy, money and help protect the environment for future generations.

About 20,000 organizations are ENERGY STAR partners committed to improving the energy efficiency of products, homes, buildings and businesses.

For more information about ENERGY STAR, visit
www.energystar.gov  

or call toll-free 1-888-STAR-YES (1-888-782-7937).


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