Power Up: May Edition

Welcome back to Power Up! We're featuring the latest blog post from CEO Peter Herweck on the power of AI and digital tools for energy transformation — as well as how EV charging is getting simpler in the EU, a look at our IMPACT values through the Paris Marathon mindset, and a call for youth sustainability projects to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Schneider Electric Foundation.

Digitalization and industrial AI: powering the energy transition

By Peter Herweck , CEO

There’s no denying the potential of artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital tools to transform energy. They hold immense promise for optimizing supply and demand, accelerating the shift to lower-carbon energy systems. However, for many companies grappling with understanding AI’s practical value, widespread adoption remains a hurdle. While I see industrial AI as an accelerator, remember, you don’t need an all-or-nothing approach. Start with the most relevant use cases for your business. 

As Schneider’s Chief AI Officer, Philippe Rambach emphasizes, “Successful AI execution requires understanding its true capabilities beyond flashy demos, and its impact on your business.” This business-centric view empowers leaders to answer the crucial question: “To AI or not to AI?” 

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Innovation shaping the new energy landscape

We're living through a once-in-a-generation opportunity where the technologies, solutions and economies of scale exist to shape a cleaner, greener planet. In this article with the Capgemini Research Institute, our Chief Innovation Officer Nadège Petit dives into how we can create the right ecosystem and leverage emerging tech to shape a more sustainable future.

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EV charging is getting simpler in the EU

The EU announced the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR) to improve electric vehicle drivers’ charging experience by simplifying payment options and making pricing more transparent. SVP, Head of New Energy Business Anthony Song shares how this impacts charge point operators and how they can comply.

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Fueling success: embracing Schneider Electric’s values through the marathon mindset

Now that all the amazing runners have crossed the Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris finish line, it's easy to draw inspiration from the endurance and determination of marathon runners and reflect on how these qualities resonate with our company values.

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Schneider Electric Foundation turns 25!

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, the Schneider Electric Foundation, in collaboration with Ashoka, has launched the "Youth Innovation for a Sustainable Future” call for projects. This program aspires to select the 25 most innovative youth projects across five continents, in the fields of professional integration, entrepreneurship and just transition. A €50,000 prize will be awarded to the winning project during the COP29 climate summit in Bakou, Azerbaijan.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now!

A new partnership to advance living wages 

Schneider Electric has announced a new partnership with WageIndicator Foundation, with an aim to moving forward with commitment to living wages.  

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