Beko CEO Urges Smarter Home Electrification at COP31
Beko CEO Can Dinçer advocated for energy-efficient home appliances to manage global electricity demand during the COP31 climate summit in Antalya.
During the COP31 climate summit in Antalya, Can Dinçer, the CEO of Beko, advocated for the adoption of connected and energy-efficient home appliances to address rising global electricity demand. Speaking at a panel hosted by Koç Holding, Dinçer argued that the global energy transition must prioritize smarter electrification at the household level to lower emissions and reduce costs for consumers.
Dinçer stated that "every kilowatt-hour saved at home can help reduce pressure on the electricity system and lowers household energy use and costs." He specifically urged the introduction of high-efficiency cooling products in emerging markets, such as Pakistan and South Africa, before formal regulations are mandated.
These efforts align with the 35 by 35 Global Electrification Pledge introduced by the Government of Türkiye in its role as COP31 Presidency. The pledge aims to increase the share of electricity in global final energy consumption to 35% by 2035. Dinçer noted that because climate change is a global problem, solutions must come from sharing successful strategies so they can be repeated at scale.
