Kwikot, South Africa’s trusted leader in water-heating innovation since 1903, announces its proud sponsorship of the B20 Summit, the official business engagement group of the G20. This landmark partnership underscores Kwikot’s enduring commitment to environmental sustainability, energy innovation and its evolving role as a global voice in smart home infrastructure.
As the economic backbone of the G20, the B20 brings together business leaders to shape policy recommendations on matters critical to global growth. For Kwikot, whose legacy is built on reliability and resourcefulness, joining this forum marks more than a symbolic alignment, but a tangible step in amplifying the company’s voice on climate-conscious development and smart infrastructure solutions.
“Sustainability is no longer a choice – it’s a responsibility,” says Murray Crow, Managing Director of Kwikot. “By sponsoring the B20, we’re taking a proactive role in global conversations about sustainable energy and reinforcing our belief that every home and every business deserves access to efficient, future-ready solutions.”
Kwikot enters the B20 platform as a pioneer in smart energy solutions, from solar geysers to its game changing Elon® Smart Water Heating System, developed in partnership with PowerOptimal. These innovations are not only reducing load on South Africa’s fragile grid but also providing households and businesses with real economic relief amid ongoing energy price hikes and power instability.
Now backed by Haier Smart Home, the world’s largest appliance manufacturer, Kwikot is poised to bring South African engineering to a global audience, contributing to energy resilience discussions at the highest levels. The company’s involvement in the B20 echoes its broader mission to lead not just in water heating, but in how everyday appliances contribute to national and global sustainability goals.
As the country faces mounting infrastructure and climate challenges, Kwikot’s B20 sponsorship also sends a strong message of dependability. From Benoni to Beijing, the company is showcasing how local manufacturing and smart design can drive long-term impact.
“Water heating may seem simple, but it’s at the heart of energy efficiency in the home,” adds Crow. “We’re honoured to help shape global policy that values practical, scalable innovations, because that’s exactly what Kwikot delivers. Every day.”
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About Kwikot: Established in 1903, Kwikot is South Africa’s leading provider of water heating solutions. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Kwikot offers a range of products including electric geysers, solar water heaters, gas water heaters, and heat pumps. Now part of Haier, Kwikot continues to drive progress in the water heating industry, delivering reliable and energy-efficient solutions to homes and businesses across South Africa.