Accelerating sustainability for all
Our corporate sustainability strategy
Schneider Electric biodiversity pledge
We commit to no net biodiversity loss in our operations by 2030 to preserve natural ecosystems and resources.
Our 6 long-term commitments
Generations
Sustainability insights
Featured blogs and white papers
Guide to assessing product sustainability
Action for a fair energy transition at COP28
Teaming up for a sustainable future through digital innovation and electrification for net-zero at COP28.
Three transformations drive our climate action
Three ways to expand EU taxonomy
The 2030 imperative
Our Sustainability Research Institute’s latest modeling
Towards net-zero buildings
A framework toward net-zero Buildings to accelerate the investment needed to deliver a greener urban built environment.
Guide to sustainability metrics for data centers
This framework proposes categories and metrics for Beginning, Advanced, and Leading data center operators.
Back to 2050
Cracking the energy efficiency case in buildings
Electric vehicle smart charging in buildings
Realizing the potential of customer-sited solar
Urban transformations: integrated energy solutions
Building heat decarbonization
Digital economy and climate impact
Fit for 55 package
Beyond the scope of climate pledges
Engaging our supply chain on The Zero Carbon Project
Sustainable recognitions and awards
European leader in the list and in the top 15 for the 9th consecutive year
European leader in the list and in the top 15 for the 9th consecutive year13th time in a row in Corporate Knights Global 100 list
13th time in a row in Corporate Knights Global 100 listLeader in its industry in managing the most significant ESG risks and opportunities
Leader in its industry in managing the most significant ESG risks and opportunitiesIncluded in 2023 in the main Euronext Vigeo indices
Included in 2023 in the main Euronext Vigeo indicesPlatinum rating in 2024 for the 4th consecutive year
Platinum rating in 2024 for the 4th consecutive yearIn the FTSE4Good Index Series for the 8th year in a row
In the FTSE4Good Index Series for the 8th year in a rowIndustry leader and included in DJSI World for 13th year in a row
Industry leader and included in DJSI World for 13th year in a row6 years in a row in World’s Most Admired Companies list
6 years in a row in World’s Most Admired Companies list2030 United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development
No poverty
As a responsible employer, manufacturer, and buyer, Schneider Electric is committed to ensuring the well-being of employees throughout its value chain. Through sustainable procurement, fair compensation, and development opportunities, the Group ensures all its stakeholders can live fulfilling and thriving lives.
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Zero hunger
Food is a basic need and a necessity for livelihood. Schneider contributes to strengthening food security by improving access to energy in rural areas, through better irrigation, food storage, and processing.
50 million
Good health and well-being
Schneider’s holistic view of well-being translates into programs that support the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of its people, but also across its operations, safeguarding the reliability of the healthcare sector by powering their facilities.
100%
Quality education
Gender equality
Schneider Electric believes in equality between all genders. As such, the long-lasting difference in society’s treatment of men and women is a challenge we face and rise to as we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion benefit all.
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women hired (50%), front-line manager (40%), and leaders (30%) by 2025
Clean water and sanitation
Schneider takes great care in ensuring its operations have no impact on biodiversity and water quality. The Group protects water on its sites, with a specific conservation strategy and solutions in water-stressed areas to limit the impact on local communities.
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of sites in water-stressed areas build a dedicated strategy and action plan by 2025
Affordable and clean energy
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Decent work and economic growth
100%
Industry, innovation, and infrastructure
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100%
Reduced inequalities
50/40/30%
50 million
Sustainable cities and communities
Schneider offers a solution to ensure sustainability in urban areas with smarter homes and buildings. The Schneider Electric Foundation acts to provide access to sustainable energy to all, turning our global commitments into local realities.
100%
Responsible consumption and production
100%
Climate action
Schneider Electric has been leading the fight against climate change for 15 years. Its strategy focuses on acting for climate protection, preserving resources, and maintaining ethical practices to fight for the planet.
800M tonnes
50%
Life below water
Resources are essential to our business; preserving them not only makes good business sense but is also the right thing to do. Hence, preserving the ocean has become core to our sustainability engagement and we commit to protecting marine life.
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Life on land
Schneider Electric is committed to using fewer natural resources, living within our planet’s means, and advancing an accelerated biodiversity strategy. We align with like-minded partners to prioritize conservation and help create a more sustainable world.
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Peace, justice, and strong institutions
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Partnerships for the goals
Schneider Electric is a global company that aims to adapt and ensure cooperation amongst all its stakeholders to create an environment of trust and prosperity in its operations but also for its employees’ and local communities’ fulfillment.