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Schneider Electric Recognized for Sustainable Design Innovation

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Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, has been recognized by the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders for its innovation in sustainable design. The company's breakthrough medium-voltage switchgear technology, AirSeT, has been praised for its role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions across electrical distribution systems. This recognition highlights the significance of sustainable design in mitigating climate change and promoting a more environmentally responsible future.

Key Takeaways:

  • Schneider Electric has been recognized by the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders for its innovation in sustainable design.
  • The company's AirSeT technology replaces sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) with pure air and vacuum technology, reducing greenhouse gas emissions in electrical infrastructure.
  • Pim Valdre, Head of Climate and Nature Economy at WEF, emphasized the importance of sustainable design in delivering exponential benefits, including lowering costs, enhancing safety, and reducing emissions.
  • AirSeT has helped avoid approximately 1.7 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) as of June 2025, a figure verified by third-party auditors as part of Schneider Electric's Schneider Sustainability Impact programme.
  • The AirSeT technology maintains familiar operating procedures and form factors while offering native digital capabilities for smarter grids and AI-driven, condition-based maintenance.
  • Schneider Electric's innovation has reduced regulatory risk, improved safety, and lowered long-term operational costs for customers.

Statistics:

  • 1.7 million tonnes of CO2e avoided as of June 2025 (verified by third-party auditors)
  • 24,300 times the global warming potential of carbon dioxide of SF6 gas
  • 2025 - the year in which AirSeT's emissions reduction was verified by third-party auditors
  • 100% SF6-free design of AirSeT enables significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions

Sources:

  • World Economic Forum's (WEF) Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders
  • Schneider Electric's statement on the recognition
  • Pim Valdre, Head of Climate and Nature Economy at WEF (Executive Committee member)

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