Schneider Electric Sustainability Profile
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.
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Schneider Electric's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Schneider Electric reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 55,792,894,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 106,360,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 37,348,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 total of about 55,649,186,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 76% reduction in absolute emissions from Scopes 1 and 2 by 2030, based on a 2021 baseline. Furthermore, Schneider Electric is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has also pledged to be carbon neutral in its operations (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2025, with a long-term goal of carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2040. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates Schneider Electric's targets, including a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050 from a 2021 base year, and a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030. Schneider Electric's climate strategy reflects its dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change, ensuring that it remains a leader in the electrical equipment and machinery sector while contributing to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,459,000 | - | - | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,027,000 | - | - | 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 | - | - | - | 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 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Schneider Electric's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Schneider Electric's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 2% last year and increased significantly since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 77% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Schneider Electric's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Schneider Electric has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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