Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, is headquartered in Rueil-Malmaison, France. Founded in 1836, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Schneider Electric operates primarily in the electrical equipment and automation sectors, offering innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and sustainability. The company’s core products include smart grid technologies, building management systems, and industrial automation solutions, all designed to optimise energy usage and reduce environmental impact. Notably, Schneider Electric has been recognised for its commitment to sustainability and digital transformation, positioning itself as a pioneer in the industry. With a robust market presence and a focus on innovation, Schneider Electric continues to drive advancements in energy efficiency and automation worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Schneider Electric's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
Schneider Electric's score of 75 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Schneider Electric's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Schneider Electric reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 112,792,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 89,440,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 56,777,964,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate action. Schneider Electric has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve a 76% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Schneider Electric plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 82% in 2021 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, the company targets a 25% reduction by 2030. Long-term commitments include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050 and a similar 90% reduction for Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Schneider Electric is also committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. These initiatives align with industry standards and reflect Schneider Electric's dedication to addressing climate change and promoting sustainable practices within the electrical equipment and machinery sector.
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Add to project| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 411,177,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 323,429,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Schneider Electric is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
