Unlocking Access to the Future

Welcome to the June issue of Power Up! This month, we're excited to feature the latest article from our CEO, Peter Herweck, on unlocking access to the future for all through a fair and inclusive energy transition. Also, don't miss EVP of Energy Management Olivier Blum 's Forbes feature that outlines the case for electrification in the industrial sector, new insights into maximizing the potential of circularity strategies, and a peek at why Schneider Electric Services is a great career choice.

By Peter Herweck , CEO

The world is interconnected. Smoke from North American wildfires can cloud skies in Europe and melting glaciers in Greenland threaten coastlines in Bangladesh. Climate change is not just a prediction on a graph. It's a real and present danger impacting communities worldwide. Our response needs to be a fair and inclusive energy transition — one that leaves nobody behind.

Climate change doesn't respect borders. Smoke from North American wildfires can cloud skies in Europe and melting glaciers in Greenland threaten coastlines in Bangladesh. The World Bank estimates climate change could displace over 200 million people by 2050. Climate disasters, like droughts or flooding, will see entire communities disperse worldwide to find safer homes.

The burden, however, isn't equally shared. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change estimates 3.3 to 3.6 billion people live in highly vulnerable contexts, especially those in poverty or with limited access to basic services and resources.

Rural communities, often reliant on agriculture and local water resources, face severe challenges due to climate change. But they’re not the only ones affected. Over half the world lives in urban areas, where they face expanded health risks from extreme heatwaves and air pollution that exceeds World Health Organization guidelines.

What’s more, climate disasters have caused deep economic losses globally. Just as the world is interconnected, so are its effects — impacting environmental, social, and economic fronts. Consequently, our response must also be systemic.

Continue reading Peter's insights here.

Unlocking industrial potential: the case for electrification (featured in Forbes )

By Olivier Blum, EVP, Energy Management

In an era marked by technological advancements and environmental awareness, the industrial sector today faces critical decisions. Electrification emerges as a pivotal solution, offering the dual benefit of fostering industrial expansion while safeguarding the environment and humanity.

Read the full article in Forbes here.

Maximizing the potential of smarter, better, circular strategies

Circularity is the philosophy and practice of using less, using better, using longer, and using again — preserving resources to extract the maximum value from them.

It's not only common sense, but good business sense too. Schneider Electric's commitment to circularity began over two decades ago and continues to the present day. While the journey is not always straightforward, it must become smarter, better, and more circular. And this can only be achieved together.

Read more here.

Three reasons why Schneider Services is a great place to work

Embark on a journey with Sofia as she shares her passion for the Schneider Services team, a career choice that goes beyond work.

Discover how she's contributing to a more sustainable world, seizing growth opportunities, and thriving in a vibrant community of like-minded individuals. Be inspired to explore fulfilling careers at Schneider Electric — where meaningful work meets endless possibilities.

Read more here.

Schneider Electric renews biodiversity pledge

Schneider Electric is proud to renew its pledge for nature and resources, as a member of act4nature international.

In 2019, Schneider Electric joined this international initiative, making voluntary SMART commitments to preserve and restore biodiversity. These commitments include a zero net loss of biodiversity in direct operations by 2030, deploying biodiversity conservation and restoration programs at nearly 400 sites by 2025, sourcing 100% deforestation-free wood by 2030, and accelerating corporate biodiversity training for all employees.

Discover our commitment to resources and read our pledge.

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