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Schneider Electric pushes data centre sustainability
What happened: Schneider Electric’s strategic shift In a recent interview with Capacity Media, Alison Matte, Head of Sustainability for EcoStruxure IT at Schneider Electric, outlined the company’s multifaceted approach to improving environmental performance within the data centre sector. Tasked with…
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What happened: Schneider Electric’s strategic shift In a recent interview with Capacity Media, Alison Matte, Head of Sustainability for EcoStruxure IT at Schneider Electric, outlined the company’s multifaceted approach to improving environmental performance within the data…
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In a recent interview with Capacity Media, Alison Matte , Head of Sustainability for EcoStruxure IT at Schneider Electric , outlined the company’s multifaceted approach to improving environmental performance within the data centre sector. Tasked with leading sustainability across Schneider’s data centre software solutions, Matte emphasised the pivotal role of digitisation and data transparency in tackling modern IT infrastructure challenges. As regulations tighten—particularly in Europe—operators are under pressure to cut costs, reduce environmental footprints, and ensure regulatory compliance. Schneider is helping customers navigate these challenges through a three-pronged strategy: strategise, digitise, and decarbonise. Matte highlighted that nearly 43% of operators remain unaware of the carbon impact of their IT infrastructure. To address this, Schneider launched an environmental data programme aimed at improving transparency across the full product lifecycle.
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One standout initiative involves retrofitting and extending product lifespans. Rather than frequently replacing hardware like UPS systems, Schneider offers firmware upgrades, component replacements, and remanufacturing options—significantly reducing environmental impact. Digital twin technology and software like DCIM (Data Centre Infrastructure Management) support predictive modelling and maintenance, enabling smarter end-of-life planning. Additionally, Schneider’s focus on holistic ESG strategies encompasses water usage, energy mix, and even cooling systems. All of this is underpinned by software-driven visibility and machine learning, providing operators with actionable insights. Matte forecasts a significant mindset shift in the next 18 months. As operators contend with mounting regulatory demands, data-driven sustainable operations are expected to become a strategic imperative rather than an afterthought. Also read: The promising future of underwater data centres: Why aren’t we diving In? Also read: AI drives unprecedented surge in data centre spending
Key Points
- New strategies focus on lifecycle data, retrofitting and emissions visibility
- Software-driven approach underpins Schneider’s sustainable data centre roadmap
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