Stiebel Eltron Celebrated as Germany’s Top Innovator in Heating Technology
Stiebel Eltron, renowned for its cutting-edge heat pumps, has been awarded the title of "Germany's most innovative company" for the second time, topping the "heating and cooling technology provider" category. This recognition comes from a detailed nationwide survey by Focus Money and Deutschland Test, which assessed the innovative capabilities of approximately 17,000 firms. Stiebel Eltron also previously led the “electrical appliances” category in 2017.
"We work every day to make our heat pumps even more efficient, installation even easier for the fitter and operation even more convenient for the consumer because that is what sets our innovative products apart," says Stiebel Eltron Managing Director Heinz-Werner Schmidt. "The fact that we have now achieved the highest ranking in the 'heating technology' category for the second time in a row confirms to us that we are on the right track and that we are continuing to advance pioneering heat pump technology with our ideas."
For nearly 50 years, Stiebel Eltron has been at the forefront of heat pump development and production, establishing itself as a leader in both market presence and technological advancement.
Tracking Innovation: Our Performance Metrics
The Focus Money and Deutschland Test study, "Germany’s Most Innovative Companies 2024," compiled data from various online sources, evaluating millions of inputs related to innovation, investment, R&D, new products, and technology from May 2022 to April 2024. Stiebel Eltron was ranked first in the "heating and cooling technology" field, setting a benchmark for the industry.