Schneider Electric Reports Strong Sustainability Performance as Schneider Sustainability Impact 2021–2025 Program Concludes

Schneider Electric Reports Strong Sustainability Performance as Schneider Sustainability Impact 2021–2025 Program Concludes

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has published its 2025 extra-financial results, marking the completion of the Schneider Sustainability Impact 2021–2025 program with an overall score of 8.86 out of 10. Over the five-year period, the company demonstrated measurable progress across environmental, social and governance priorities, including enabling customers to avoid 862 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions and achieving a 56 percent reduction in emissions among key suppliers through the Zero Carbon Project. The company also strengthened responsible supply chain practices, with 98 percent of strategic suppliers meeting Decent Work standards. Through its Access to Energy initiative, Schneider Electric expanded reliable electricity access to more than 61 million people and trained over one million individuals in energy management skills. The company also implemented more than 500 local sustainability initiatives worldwide, while receiving strong recognition in major ESG rankings, positioning Schneider Electric to continue advancing its sustainability goals toward 2030.

(PRESS RELEASE) RUEIL-MALMAISON, 26-Feb-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Schneider Electric has released its 2025 extra-financial results, bringing to a close the company’s Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) 2021–2025 program. Over the five-year period, the global energy technology company recorded significant progress across environmental, social and governance priorities, demonstrating measurable results that support the transition toward a more sustainable and inclusive global economy for customers, partners and communities.

By the end of the fourth quarter of 2025, the Schneider Sustainability Impact program achieved an overall score of 8.86 out of 10, reflecting the breadth of sustainability initiatives implemented throughout the organization and across its value chain. The results highlight how the company has converted long-term sustainability commitments into tangible outcomes at both global and local levels while integrating sustainability into its core business operations.

Olivier Blum, Chief Executive Officer of Schneider Electric, emphasized that the SSI 2021–2025 program represents a major milestone in the company’s long-standing sustainability journey. Sustainability has been a central part of Schneider Electric’s strategy for more than two decades, guiding innovation and partnerships that have enabled consistent progress across key performance indicators. The achievements demonstrate that sustainability continues to play a central role in driving business performance while delivering positive environmental and social impact.

A major focus of Schneider Electric’s sustainability strategy has been supporting customers in lowering their carbon footprint through energy-efficient technologies and solutions. By the end of 2025, Schneider Electric’s offerings had enabled customers to save and avoid 862 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions, exceeding the original target of 800 million tonnes.

The company has also advanced decarbonization within its supply chain through its Zero Carbon Project, which engages the company’s top 1,000 suppliers. As a result of this initiative, suppliers achieved a 56 percent reduction in operational carbon emissions, demonstrating significant progress toward lower-carbon industrial ecosystems.

Schneider Electric has continued to strengthen responsible business practices across its supplier network. By 2025, 98 percent of strategic suppliers met the company’s Decent Work standards, supporting improved labor conditions, respect for human rights and enhanced employee well-being throughout the value chain.

Aligned with its mission to power progress for all, Schneider Electric has continued expanding access to sustainable energy solutions. Through the Access to Energy program, first launched in 2009, the company has supported the delivery of clean, dependable and affordable electricity to underserved populations. By the end of 2025, more than 61 million people had benefited from the initiative, exceeding the original target of 50 million.

The company has also maintained a strong focus on education and skills development to support long-term social inclusion and the energy transition. Since 2009, Schneider Electric has provided training in energy management to more than one million individuals, helping to build technical expertise and support resilient local economies.

Local engagement has remained a key component of the Schneider Sustainability Impact program. Since 2021, the company has implemented more than 500 community-based sustainability initiatives across the countries where it operates, demonstrating the local relevance of its sustainability strategy and its commitment to community development.

Esther Finidori, Chief Sustainability Officer at Schneider Electric, described the completion of the SSI 2021–2025 program as an important milestone that builds a strong foundation for the company’s next phase of sustainability efforts. The experience gained through collaboration with employees, customers and suppliers will support continued progress as the company moves toward its 2030 sustainability objectives. Schneider Electric plans to continue leveraging innovation and partnerships to expand the impact of its sustainability initiatives while maintaining a strong focus on responsible business practices.

Schneider Electric’s sustainability performance has also been recognized by leading environmental, social and governance rating organizations. The company received the EcoVadis Platinum Medal, was included in CDP’s Climate Change A List, and ranked first in the Social Benchmark and third in the Gender Benchmark in the latest assessment by the World Benchmarking Alliance.

Further details on performance indicators and program outcomes are available in the Schneider Sustainability Impact Q4 2025 report and accompanying progress dashboard.

About Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric is a global energy technology leader, driving efficiency and sustainability by electrifying, automating, and digitalizing industries, businesses, and homes. Its technologies enable buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and grids to operate as open, interconnected ecosystems, enhancing performance, resilience, and sustainability. The portfolio includes intelligent devices, software-defined architectures, AI-powered systems, digital services, and expert advisory.

With 160,000 employees and one million partners in over 100 countries, Schneider Electric is consistently ranked among the world’s most sustainable companies.

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