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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Schneider Electric's score of 98 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 carbon emissions of approximately 56,778,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 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. This reflects a commitment to reducing emissions significantly across its operations. The company has set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with interim goals of reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 76% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, Schneider Electric aims to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 82% in 2021 to 100% by 2030 and reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Notably, Schneider Electric has committed to a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar target for Scope 3 emissions. These initiatives align with industry standards and reflect a proactive approach to climate action, demonstrating Schneider Electric's leadership in sustainability within the electrical equipment and machinery sector.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 411,177,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 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 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
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.
