<a href="https://www.se.com/au/en/" target="_blank">Schneider Electric</a>, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has partnered with La Trobe University to support its journey to achieve its&nbsp;<a href="https://www.latrobe.edu.au/sustainability/net-zero" target="_blank">net zero</a>&nbsp;emissions target as early as 2029.&nbsp;

As part of the La Trobe solar farm project, the university has tapped Schneider Electric for innovative technology to ensure reliable power for a 2.5MW/4.5MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) and 2.9MW PV installation. The battery will enable La Trobe to store any extra power generated by the solar farm and provide stabilisation to the grid.

La Trobe University, in collaboration with Schneider Electric and other supporting partners, delivered a fully integrated, tailored solution designed to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation in sustainability. Schneider Electric upgraded medium voltage switchboards to seamlessly integrate the solar farm and BESS, advancing La Trobe’s sustainability objectives. This is a direct Scope 1 initiative for the university as it installs SF6 free switchgear to ensure the solar farm’s power reliability, with further distribution upgrades planned over the next 5 years across university campuses.&nbsp;

The installation of the advanced SM AirSeT switchgear extends the system’s lifecycle by an additional decade, from 30 to 40 years, while also simplifying end-of-life management. Its innovative design promotes circular performance, eliminates the production of toxic by-products, and requires no air recovery or recycling at end of life.

Funded by La Trobe University in 2022, it is Victoria’s largest urban solar farm, with 4,300 solar panels on a 3.5-hectare site at its Bundoora Campus contributing 2.9 megawatts of PV to the university’s operations.

“La Trobe is a leader in higher education and this project is an exemplar of our ongoing commitment to investing in sustainability and the environment,” Vice-Chancellor Professor Theo Farrell said. "This investment will deliver ongoing emissions and cost savings to the University for the next 25 years."

The partnership aims to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency while supporting La Trobe University’s long-term commitment to environmental sustainability. Schneider Electric’s expertise in sustainable energy systems ensures seamless integration of the solar farm with the university’s infrastructure, enhancing operational performance while reducing emissions.&nbsp;

By implementing Schneider Electric’s SF6 Free Switchgear and Power Monitoring Expert (PME) solution, the university will reduce a minimum of 69,600 tonnes of CO2 emissions from the environment and improve its overall power and operational efficiency, ensuring reliable energy distribution from its solar farm.

“La Trobe University’s solar and battery installation exemplifies the power of partnerships and necessary collaboration to drive decarbonisation and innovation with impact,”&nbsp;said James Hunt, Vice President Power Systems, Pacific at Schneider Electric. “We are proud to contribute to La Trobe’s vision of a net zero carbon emissions future and deliver solutions that make a tangible difference to the university’s operations, the broader community, and the environment.”

For more information on Schneider Electric’s SF6 Free Switchgear visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.se.com/au/en/product-range/21830291-sm-airset/#products" target="_blank">SM AirSeT | Schneider Electric Australia</a>

<a href="https://www.se.com/au/en/" target="_blank">Schneider Electric</a>, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has partnered with La Trobe University to support its journey to achieve its&nbsp;<a href="https://www.latrobe.edu.au/sustainability/net-zero" target="_blank">net zero</a>&nbsp;emissions target as early as 2029.&nbsp;As part of the La Trobe solar farm project, the university has tapped Schneider Electric for innovative technology to ensure reliable power for a 2.5MW/4.5MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) and 2.9MW PV installation. The battery will enable La Trobe to store any extra power generated by the solar farm and provide stabilisation to the grid.La Trobe University, in collaboration with Schneider Electric and other supporting partners, delivered a fully integrated, tailored solution designed to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation in sustainability. Schneider Electric upgraded medium voltage switchboards to seamlessly integrate the solar farm and BESS, advancing La Trobe’s sustainability objectives. This is a direct Scope 1 initiative for the university as it installs SF6 free switchgear to ensure the solar farm’s power reliability, with further distribution upgrades planned over the next 5 years across university campuses.&nbsp;The installation of the advanced SM AirSeT switchgear extends the system’s lifecycle by an additional decade, from 30 to 40 years, while also simplifying end-of-life management. Its innovative design promotes circular performance, eliminates the production of toxic by-products, and requires no air recovery or recycling at end of life.Funded by La Trobe University in 2022, it is Victoria’s largest urban solar farm, with 4,300 solar panels on a 3.5-hectare site at its Bundoora Campus contributing 2.9 megawatts of PV to the university’s operations.“La Trobe is a leader in higher education and this project is an exemplar of our ongoing commitment to investing in sustainability and the environment,” Vice-Chancellor Professor Theo Farrell said. "This investment will deliver ongoing emissions and cost savings to the University for the next 25 years."The partnership aims to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency while supporting La Trobe University’s long-term commitment to environmental sustainability. Schneider Electric’s expertise in sustainable energy systems ensures seamless integration of the solar farm with the university’s infrastructure, enhancing operational performance while reducing emissions.&nbsp;By implementing Schneider Electric’s SF6 Free Switchgear and Power Monitoring Expert (PME) solution, the university will reduce a minimum of 69,600 tonnes of CO2 emissions from the environment and improve its overall power and operational efficiency, ensuring reliable energy distribution from its solar farm.“La Trobe University’s solar and battery installation exemplifies the power of partnerships and necessary collaboration to drive decarbonisation and innovation with impact,”&nbsp;said James Hunt, Vice President Power Systems, Pacific at Schneider Electric. “We are proud to contribute to La Trobe’s vision of a net zero carbon emissions future and deliver solutions that make a tangible difference to the university’s operations, the broader community, and the environment.”For more information on Schneider Electric’s SF6 Free Switchgear visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.se.com/au/en/product-range/21830291-sm-airset/#products" target="_blank">SM AirSeT | Schneider Electric Australia</a>

Electricity / Gas / Resources / Energy

La Trobe University’s cutting-edge energy solutions address its net zero mission

<a href="https://www.se.com/ww/en/" target="_blank">Schneider Electric</a>, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced that its Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) program achieved a score of 7.95 out of 10 for the first quarter of 2025, toward a target of 8.80/10 by the end of the year. Recognised in January as the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.se.com/ww/en/about-us/newsroom/news/press-releases/schneider-electric-named-the-world%E2%80%99s-most-sustainable-corporation-for-a-second-time-678eae5e9d3874d54a02a88b" target="_blank">world’s most sustainable corporation</a>&nbsp;by Corporate Knights, Schneider Electric remains committed to driving significant progress toward its sustainability goals as it embarks on the final year of its current SSI program.Throughout the first quarter, Schneider Electric has made substantial progress in various areas:

The company has helped its customers save and avoid nearly 700 million tonnes of CO2&nbsp;emissions through its solutions. This concurs with the launch of the second&nbsp;<a href="https://www.se.com/ww/en/about-us/newsroom/news/press-releases/energize-supports-four-global-healthcare-companies-collaborating-on-a-multi-buyer-ppa-for-a-long-term-supply-of-renewable-electricity-67a1f4d44c53b5dc560f345d" target="_blank">Energise Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) cohort</a>, enabling four global healthcare companies to buy 245 GWh of renewable electricity annually for the next 10 years. Efforts to reduce upstream carbon emissions have also been accelerated, achieving a 42% decrease from the company’s top 1,000 suppliers.&nbsp;

Already surpassing targets more than a year in advance, Schneider Electric’s commitment to fighting poverty and supporting communities remains strong. To date, 56 million people have gained access to energy through initiatives that develop clean energy solutions for education, healthcare, agriculture, and small businesses. Moreover, by signing the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/01/new-data-highlights-global-momentum-for-social-innovation/" target="_blank">Rise Ahead Pledge</a>&nbsp;recently, Schneider Electric is also working to expand access to essential services and promote socio-economic development, by focusing on energy poverty and impact investing in underserved markets.

Zone and country presidents continue to drive local impact initiatives, following the advancement of over 200 initiatives started in 2021. These programs aim to enhance the company's sustainable impact by supporting and empowering local communities with training and mentoring, energy resiliency, environmental action, and more. For example, Schneider Electric UK and the Tottenham Hotspur Foundation have recently&nbsp;<a href="https://www.se.com/uk/en/about-us/newsroom/news/press-releases/schneider-electric-and-tottenham-hotspur-foundation-launch-transformative-stem-programme-for-primary-school-pupils-67c5fadf08b3ce68a90a9274" target="_blank">launched a STEM educational program</a>&nbsp;to inspire local pupils with interactive workshops and digital resources, equipping them with essential skills for a sustainable future.

“At Schneider, we believe in strong partnerships with corporations, governments, local partners, and communities to uplift livelihoods, boost incomes, and expand access to education and reliable, clean energy,” said Chris Leong, Chief Sustainability Officer. “I'm especially proud of our people’s relentless pursuit to turn ambition into action, from innovating solutions for environmental impact to giving back to our communities. Together, we’re making progress and sustainability a reality for all.”

For more details, please refer to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.se.com/ww/en/assets/564/document/513112/schneider-sustainability-impact-q1-2025-results.pdf" target="_blank">Q1 2025 report</a>&nbsp;of Schneider’s Sustainability Impact program, including the progress dashboard:&nbsp;

Schneider Electric’s factory in Wuxi, China was recognised by the World Economic Forum as the company’s fourth&nbsp;<a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250115712832/en/World-Economic-Forum-Recognizes-Schneider-Electrics-Wuxi-China-Factory-as-a-Sustainability-Lighthouse" target="_blank">Sustainability Lighthouse</a>, due to its significant reductions in emissions while promoting a circular economy.

Schneider Electric has been ranked #1 in Europe and among the Top 10 globally in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.asyousow.org/report-page/2025-clean200-investing-in-a-clean-energy-future" target="_blank">the 2025 Carbon Clean 200 list</a>&nbsp;of publicly traded companies that are leading the transition to clean energy solutions.

Schneider Electric is included in&nbsp;<a href="https://worldsmostethicalcompanies.com/honorees/" target="_blank">Ethisphere's</a>&nbsp;Top 100 World’s Most Ethical Companies for 2025, demonstrating 14 years of unwavering commitment to business integrity.

Schneider Electric is recognised as a Top-Rated ESG performer out of more than 5,000 companies in Sustainalytics’ ratings universe.

Schneider Electric was honored with the Gold Seal of the Capital Goods industry for Gender Equality by&nbsp;<a href="https://equileap.com/seals/" target="_blank">Equileap</a>&nbsp;in 2025.

<a href="https://www.se.com/ww/en/" target="_blank">Schneider Electric</a>, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced that its Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) program achieved a score of 7.95 out of 10 for the first quarter of 2025, toward a target of 8.80/10 by the end of the year. Recognised in January as the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.se.com/ww/en/about-us/newsroom/news/press-releases/schneider-electric-named-the-world%E2%80%99s-most-sustainable-corporation-for-a-second-time-678eae5e9d3874d54a02a88b" target="_blank">world’s most sustainable corporation</a>&nbsp;by Corporate Knights, Schneider Electric remains committed to driving significant progress toward its sustainability goals as it embarks on the final year of its current SSI program.Throughout the first quarter, Schneider Electric has made substantial progress in various areas:The company has helped its customers save and avoid nearly 700 million tonnes of CO2&nbsp;emissions through its solutions. This concurs with the launch of the second&nbsp;<a href="https://www.se.com/ww/en/about-us/newsroom/news/press-releases/energize-supports-four-global-healthcare-companies-collaborating-on-a-multi-buyer-ppa-for-a-long-term-supply-of-renewable-electricity-67a1f4d44c53b5dc560f345d" target="_blank">Energise Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) cohort</a>, enabling four global healthcare companies to buy 245 GWh of renewable electricity annually for the next 10 years. Efforts to reduce upstream carbon emissions have also been accelerated, achieving a 42% decrease from the company’s top 1,000 suppliers.&nbsp;Already surpassing targets more than a year in advance, Schneider Electric’s commitment to fighting poverty and supporting communities remains strong. To date, 56 million people have gained access to energy through initiatives that develop clean energy solutions for education, healthcare, agriculture, and small businesses. Moreover, by signing the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/01/new-data-highlights-global-momentum-for-social-innovation/" target="_blank">Rise Ahead Pledge</a>&nbsp;recently, Schneider Electric is also working to expand access to essential services and promote socio-economic development, by focusing on energy poverty and impact investing in underserved markets.Zone and country presidents continue to drive local impact initiatives, following the advancement of over 200 initiatives started in 2021. These programs aim to enhance the company's sustainable impact by supporting and empowering local communities with training and mentoring, energy resiliency, environmental action, and more. For example, Schneider Electric UK and the Tottenham Hotspur Foundation have recently&nbsp;<a href="https://www.se.com/uk/en/about-us/newsroom/news/press-releases/schneider-electric-and-tottenham-hotspur-foundation-launch-transformative-stem-programme-for-primary-school-pupils-67c5fadf08b3ce68a90a9274" target="_blank">launched a STEM educational program</a>&nbsp;to inspire local pupils with interactive workshops and digital resources, equipping them with essential skills for a sustainable future.“At Schneider, we believe in strong partnerships with corporations, governments, local partners, and communities to uplift livelihoods, boost incomes, and expand access to education and reliable, clean energy,” said Chris Leong, Chief Sustainability Officer. “I'm especially proud of our people’s relentless pursuit to turn ambition into action, from innovating solutions for environmental impact to giving back to our communities. Together, we’re making progress and sustainability a reality for all.”For more details, please refer to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.se.com/ww/en/assets/564/document/513112/schneider-sustainability-impact-q1-2025-results.pdf" target="_blank">Q1 2025 report</a>&nbsp;of Schneider’s Sustainability Impact program, including the progress dashboard:&nbsp;<img style="width: 100%;" src="https://imagedelivery.net/H6_s_Eb_ylTWnSEV3HlmYQ/d70fdb22-32e9-41aa-9f6a-ae3f13663b00/public" alt="Image" />Recent recognitionSchneider Electric’s factory in Wuxi, China was recognised by the World Economic Forum as the company’s fourth&nbsp;<a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250115712832/en/World-Economic-Forum-Recognizes-Schneider-Electrics-Wuxi-China-Factory-as-a-Sustainability-Lighthouse" target="_blank">Sustainability Lighthouse</a>, due to its significant reductions in emissions while promoting a circular economy.Schneider Electric has been ranked #1 in Europe and among the Top 10 globally in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.asyousow.org/report-page/2025-clean200-investing-in-a-clean-energy-future" target="_blank">the 2025 Carbon Clean 200 list</a>&nbsp;of publicly traded companies that are leading the transition to clean energy solutions.Schneider Electric is included in&nbsp;<a href="https://worldsmostethicalcompanies.com/honorees/" target="_blank">Ethisphere's</a>&nbsp;Top 100 World’s Most Ethical Companies for 2025, demonstrating 14 years of unwavering commitment to business integrity.Schneider Electric is recognised as a Top-Rated ESG performer out of more than 5,000 companies in Sustainalytics’ ratings universe.Schneider Electric was honored with the Gold Seal of the Capital Goods industry for Gender Equality by&nbsp;<a href="https://equileap.com/seals/" target="_blank">Equileap</a>&nbsp;in 2025.

Schneider Electric kicks off the year with significant sustainability milestones

<a href="https://www.se.com/ww/en/" target="_blank">Schneider Electric</a>, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has launched its&nbsp;<a href="https://www.se.com/ww/en/about-us/sustainability/environmental-data-program/" target="_blank">Environmental Data Program</a>. This initiative, which builds on the legacy Green Premium label, provides customers with unique access to information on the environmental impact of its products, enabling them to make better informed, data-based decisions and meet evolving regulatory requirements with confidence.&nbsp;

Schneider Electric has frequently been recognised as a leader in sustainability – including being named the world’s most sustainable company by Time Magazine and Statista in 2024 and by Corporate Knights for the second time in January 2025. It’s this commitment to environmental leadership and customers' growing demand for transparency that led to the program’s launch.&nbsp;

By providing critical information, like carbon footprint, energy efficiency, packaging, and recycled content, Schneider Electric helps organisations make choices that align with their sustainability goals, by enabling them to better track, understand, and reduce their own environmental impact.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Schneider Electric now shares information on 14 environmental data attributes, offering a more comprehensive understanding of a product’s environmental impact. Those 14 attributes are available online for 110,000 commercial references. Schneider Electric aims to provide the same coverage for 155,000 commercial references by the end of the year, covering 80% of product turnover – up from 70% today.&nbsp;

With 2024 officially recorded as the hottest year on the planet, the urgency for accelerated progress on environment and climate action has never been more apparent. At the same time, studies show that the global economy is only&nbsp;<a href="https://schneiderelectric.sharepoint.com/:w:/r/sites/GlobalCentralPRTeamGroup/_layouts/15/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7bBDA5BC6B-95A2-4FB7-A4A7-F524556616D1%7d&amp;file=Schneider+Electric+Sets+New+Sustainability+Benchmark+with+Ad.docx&amp;nav=eyJjIjo3MzMwNzcyOTh9&amp;action=default&amp;mobileredirect=true&amp;CID=A201A857-ADB1-42BF-8C17-6BE4F8CE355A&amp;xsdata=MDV8MDJ8cmFtYWEucGFuamFiaUBzZS5jb218ZjU2MjAzODQ5YTZmNGRjNTdlNWUwOGRkODIyN2Q3YWN8NmU1MWUxYWRjNTRiNGIzOWI1OTgwZmZlOWFlNjhmZWZ8MHwwfDYzODgwOTgyOTgxMjQ1NzMzNnxVbmtub3dufFRXRnBiR1pzYjNkOGV5SkZiWEIwZVUxaGNHa2lPblJ5ZFdVc0lsWWlPaUl3TGpBdU1EQXdNQ0lzSWxBaU9pSlhhVzR6TWlJc0lrRk9Jam9pVFdGcGJDSXNJbGRVSWpveWZRPT18MHx8fA%3d%3d&amp;sdata=QTJ3aWJ6dTA4bVpoUm9tV21KbDUyOVRkTFgwclNnWk96SlAySlhlWnpSTT0%3d" target="_blank">7.2% circular</a>. Regulatory evolutions over the past years (such as the draft EU Green Claims Directive) have been raising the bar for transparency and accountability. The data provided by the Environmental Data Program will make it easy for customers to use these metrics for business as well as compliance and reporting purposes. Environmental data transparency is fundamental to both decarbonisation and competitiveness, two goals that will define the times ahead. Ultimately, it’s about powering choices thanks to better, clearer, and more reliable data.&nbsp;

Chris Leong, Schneider Electric’s Chief Sustainability Officer, explains:&nbsp;“With over 15 years of experience in environmental product data, we’ve built a legacy of trust and transparency. Now, with the Environmental Data Program, we’re setting a new benchmark for environmental data accessibility and performance. We remain committed to helping our customers and partners across the industry to continue making informed, data-based, and responsible decisions with transparency at the core to use better, use longer, use again.”&nbsp;

Céline Coulibre-Duménil, Chief Sustainability Officer at Rexel, global leader in the distribution of electrical supplies, values the Environmental Data Program:&nbsp;"Giving customers access to more transparent and factual product data to help them make informed decisions on the environmental impact of their choices is a must. We support Schneider Electric's ambition to influence the industry towards more environmental product transparency.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.se.com/ww/en/" target="_blank">Schneider Electric</a>, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has launched its&nbsp;<a href="https://www.se.com/ww/en/about-us/sustainability/environmental-data-program/" target="_blank">Environmental Data Program</a>. This initiative, which builds on the legacy Green Premium label, provides customers with unique access to information on the environmental impact of its products, enabling them to make better informed, data-based decisions and meet evolving regulatory requirements with confidence.&nbsp;Schneider Electric has frequently been recognised as a leader in sustainability – including being named the world’s most sustainable company by Time Magazine and Statista in 2024 and by Corporate Knights for the second time in January 2025. It’s this commitment to environmental leadership and customers' growing demand for transparency that led to the program’s launch.&nbsp;By providing critical information, like carbon footprint, energy efficiency, packaging, and recycled content, Schneider Electric helps organisations make choices that align with their sustainability goals, by enabling them to better track, understand, and reduce their own environmental impact.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Schneider Electric now shares information on 14 environmental data attributes, offering a more comprehensive understanding of a product’s environmental impact. Those 14 attributes are available online for 110,000 commercial references. Schneider Electric aims to provide the same coverage for 155,000 commercial references by the end of the year, covering 80% of product turnover – up from 70% today.&nbsp;With 2024 officially recorded as the hottest year on the planet, the urgency for accelerated progress on environment and climate action has never been more apparent. At the same time, studies show that the global economy is only&nbsp;<a href="https://schneiderelectric.sharepoint.com/:w:/r/sites/GlobalCentralPRTeamGroup/_layouts/15/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7bBDA5BC6B-95A2-4FB7-A4A7-F524556616D1%7d&amp;file=Schneider+Electric+Sets+New+Sustainability+Benchmark+with+Ad.docx&amp;nav=eyJjIjo3MzMwNzcyOTh9&amp;action=default&amp;mobileredirect=true&amp;CID=A201A857-ADB1-42BF-8C17-6BE4F8CE355A&amp;xsdata=MDV8MDJ8cmFtYWEucGFuamFiaUBzZS5jb218ZjU2MjAzODQ5YTZmNGRjNTdlNWUwOGRkODIyN2Q3YWN8NmU1MWUxYWRjNTRiNGIzOWI1OTgwZmZlOWFlNjhmZWZ8MHwwfDYzODgwOTgyOTgxMjQ1NzMzNnxVbmtub3dufFRXRnBiR1pzYjNkOGV5SkZiWEIwZVUxaGNHa2lPblJ5ZFdVc0lsWWlPaUl3TGpBdU1EQXdNQ0lzSWxBaU9pSlhhVzR6TWlJc0lrRk9Jam9pVFdGcGJDSXNJbGRVSWpveWZRPT18MHx8fA%3d%3d&amp;sdata=QTJ3aWJ6dTA4bVpoUm9tV21KbDUyOVRkTFgwclNnWk96SlAySlhlWnpSTT0%3d" target="_blank">7.2% circular</a>. Regulatory evolutions over the past years (such as the draft EU Green Claims Directive) have been raising the bar for transparency and accountability. The data provided by the Environmental Data Program will make it easy for customers to use these metrics for business as well as compliance and reporting purposes. Environmental data transparency is fundamental to both decarbonisation and competitiveness, two goals that will define the times ahead. Ultimately, it’s about powering choices thanks to better, clearer, and more reliable data.&nbsp;Chris Leong, Schneider Electric’s Chief Sustainability Officer, explains:&nbsp;“With over 15 years of experience in environmental product data, we’ve built a legacy of trust and transparency. Now, with the Environmental Data Program, we’re setting a new benchmark for environmental data accessibility and performance. We remain committed to helping our customers and partners across the industry to continue making informed, data-based, and responsible decisions with transparency at the core to use better, use longer, use again.”&nbsp;Céline Coulibre-Duménil, Chief Sustainability Officer at Rexel, global leader in the distribution of electrical supplies, values the Environmental Data Program:&nbsp;"Giving customers access to more transparent and factual product data to help them make informed decisions on the environmental impact of their choices is a must. We support Schneider Electric's ambition to influence the industry towards more environmental product transparency.”&nbsp;&nbsp;