Across the globe, industry accounts for a staggering 37% of the world’s total energy consumption. Continued increases in production within energy-intensive industry subsectors have fueled the growth in energy consumption over the last decade. This significant influence has accelerated the need to embrace more sustainable technologies, focusing on decarbonization as an essential global priority.
Why is decarbonization important?
With energy consumption rising, decarbonization remains a strategic priority, driving rapid sustainability-related legislation and impacting businesses at an unprecedented pace. New laws and directives, such as the Climate Change Act, decarbonization targets, and investment reporting directives are intensifying regulatory pressures in a rapidly evolving landscape. It is expected that Scope 3 emissions—accounting for ~75% of companies’ emissions—will become a future mandatory reporting requirement.
In this context, Schneider Electric™ has taken a proactive, committed role in creating sustainable solutions. We recognize that decarbonization is not only a requirement but an opportunity to innovate and lead change. Our solutions encompass various sectors—from infrastructure to power distribution—emphasizing stakeholder collaboration and producing sustainable and adaptable solutions tailored to evolving end-user needs.
Sustainability in action
Too address sustainability challenges in buildings and industrial facilities, we developed PanelSeT SFN steel floor-standing enclosures. They help address these challenges in three key ways:
- Low-carbon steel: Enclosures contain up to 50% low-carbon steel—recycled (scrap) material processed through a 100% renewably-powered electric arc furnace (EAF)—significantly reducing CO2 footprint.
- Scope 3 impact: The reduced CO2 footprint translates to Scope 3 reductions for customers.
- Sustainable packaging: Packaging uses 70-100% recycled cardboard with minimal single-use plastic.
This combination of low-carbon-emission steel and sustainable packaging reduces up to 34% of carbon emissions in the total enclosure lifecycle.*
In a rapidly changing business environment, flexibility is key
PanelSeT SFN’s modular design offers quick and easy assembly with a kit that simplifies installation and reduces storage space by up to 80%. Its robust cabinet has a unique, patented bolted-frame design that supports up to 3,300 lbs (1500kg) of static load and features like a quick-fix mounting plate and semi-closed door hinges to simplify installation and reduce labor. It seamlessly integrates with the previous version for a hassle-free upgrade.
This new modular enclosure is highly versatile and suitable for a variety of applications, such as:
- Industrial environments
- Power and solar grids
- Transportation
- Water infrastructures
What does our sustainability strategy look like?
Schneider Electric has solidified its global commitment to sustainability through tangible actions, ambitious goals, and a comprehensive strategy. In 2024, we launched the Environmental Data Program to provide environmental data on our products, embrace circular economy principles, and preserve the planet for future generations.
Our solutions comply with environmental regulations and contribute to the opportunity for innovation and the creation of a more sustainable future. In every product and strategy, we demonstrate that sustainability and efficiency can coexist. To learn more, visit our website.
* According to the comparison of PanelSeT SFN PEP (ENVPEP2301018) and Spacial SF PEP (ENVPEP110923) using the same calculation methodology provided in the Product Category Rules of PEP Ecopassport association (PCRed4).
About the author
Alessandra Orfei
End Users Sales Engineer
Alessandra is a Production Engineer with a passion for marketing with over 5 years of experience at Schneider Electric.
About the author
Berta del Pino
Marketing & Product Launch Leader
Berta has a background in Advertising and Public Relations and has over 5 years of experience at Schneider Electric.
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