Schneider Electric’s Digital Grid team is making waves across the energy sector. From coast to coast, our leaders are sharing bold ideas, forging new partnerships, and driving innovation. Here’s how we’re shaping the future of energy—one conversation at a time.
Ruben Llanes featured in Newsweek ahead of Climate Week NYC
Digital Grid CEO Ruben Llanes recently appeared in Newsweek, offering a powerful vision for the future of energy. With AI and data centers driving record electricity demand, Ruben emphasized the urgent need for digital solutions and distributed energy resources.
He explained how Schneider Electric is helping build a smarter, more resilient grid. His insights set the stage for Climate Week NYC, where energy leaders are rethinking how we power tomorrow’s world.
Matt Schnugg on Energy Central’s Power Perspectives Podcast
Chief Product Officer Matt Schnugg joined the Power Perspectives Podcast to discuss Holistic Event Management—a new framework for utility resilience. From wildfires to cyberattacks, utilities face growing threats. Matt shared how our One Digital Grid Platform helps operators stay calm, smart, and proactive.
He highlighted how digital integration reduces cognitive burden and enables faster, more effective responses. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in utility transformation.
Ruben Llanes on the Energy Changemakers Podcast
In another standout appearance, Ruben Llanes joined the Energy Changemakers Podcast to explore how digital innovation is reshaping the grid. He tackled tough topics like supply chain delays and rising power demand.
Ruben explained how non-wire alternatives—like grid management software and virtual power plants—are unlocking flexibility and accelerating time to power. His message was clear: software is the key to scaling innovation and improving resilience.
Insights from DistribuTECH 2025
At DistribuTECH 2025, Ruben Llanes took the stage to share Schneider Electric’s bold strategy for grid modernization. He stressed the need to shift from hardware-heavy approaches to agile, software-driven ecosystems.
Major announcements included a $700 million investment in U.S. digital transformation, a new collaboration with Itron and Microsoft, and the launch of our One Digital Grid Platform. Ruben’s message: urgency and collaboration are essential to meet today’s energy challenges.
Matthew Crooks on Energy Central: Organizational Transformation
Matthew Crooks joined Energy Central to discuss how digital evolution is transforming utility operations. As utilities adopt modern network management, they’re seeing more than just technical benefits.
Digital transformation is breaking down silos, improving workflows, and driving cultural change. Matthew’s insights reveal how technology is not just reshaping the grid—it’s reshaping organizations.
Final thoughts
From podcasts to national publications, Schneider Electric’s Digital Grid leaders are sparking conversations that matter. These collaborations highlight our commitment to innovation, resilience, and a smarter energy future.
Stay tuned as we continue to lead the digital grid revolution—one partnership at a time.
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