#109 - Inside Schneider Electric’s Ambitious Decarbonization Plan

May 16, 2025

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In this episode of Earthlings 2.0, we speak with Vanessa Miler-Fels, VP of Climate and Environment at Schneider Electric, about the complexities of decarbonizing global supply chains. Drawing on her extensive expertise in climate strategy, Vanessa discusses how Schneider Electric is helping its top one thousand suppliers work towards net zero. The conversation covers everything from tracking various levels of Scope emissions when pledging corporate sustainability goals, to the importance of supplier engagement, the influence of climate regulation, and the geographic variations in decarbonization efforts.

Key Points:

Starting with Measurement and Strategy: Vanessa emphasizes the importance of measuring Scope 1 and 2 emissions as the first step in a company’s sustainability journey. This foundation enables businesses to develop tailored strategies before tackling Scope 3 emissions in their supply chains.
Decarbonizing Electricity: With electricity being a major contributor to carbon emissions, Vanessa highlights the necessity of transitioning to renewable energy sources as a key action for companies aiming to reduce their environmental impact and align with global climate targets.
Navigating the Path to 1.5°C: The conversation also touches on the importance of science-based targets and the need for companies to stay on track to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C, ensuring their decarbonization strategies are aligned with the latest climate science.

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Lisa Ann Pinkerton, Earthlings 2.0 Host, CEO of Technica Communications, and Founder of Women in Cleantech and Sustainability
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