Perspectives Blogs

US Growth Has a New Limiting Factor: Challenges Facing the C-Suite

US expansion is no longer demand‑constrained. Learn how energy demand, site availability, and capital intensity are shaping growth strategies for C‑suite leaders.

From Risk to Resilience: Building Climate-resilient Value in AI-era Data Center Infrastructure

El Niño is Returning: Are Enterprises and Cities Prepared?

The upcoming 2026-2027 El Niño will disrupt global markets with heat, drought, and floods. Discover how businesses and cities can assess climate risk, quantify impacts, and build resilience.

Navigating the SBTi Corporate Net-Zero Standard 2.0

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has published the final Corporate Net-Zero Standard Version 2.0, an important update to one of the key frameworks shaping corporate climate action.

JFK Airport’s New Terminal 1 Touts ESG Performance

Reduced emissions in both construction and operations are key benefits, but the project had additional health, sustainability and diversity achievements, project participants say.

JFK New Terminal One Releases ESG Report Highlighting Innovation, Energy Resilience and Sustainability Progress

Will the Grid Kill Your Growth? Power Risks You Can’t Ignore

Power constraints are emerging as a critical threat to growth. Learn how AI demand, electrification, and grid limits are driving risk, and what leaders must do to secure reliable, scalable energy.

The AI Power Crunch: What Companies Need to Know About Electricity Price Risk

AI-driven data center growth is reshaping electricity markets. Learn how companies can manage rising power costs and secure long-term energy strategies.

Privacy by Design: The Cornerstone of Sustainable AI for a Greener Future

AI-driven sustainability progress can raise understandable privacy concerns, but with thoughtful implementation, organizations can advance both goals in parallel.

The Importance of Building Climate Resilience in a Time of Uncertainty

Explore why building climate resilience is critical amid evolving regulations, rising risks, and investor pressure and how proactive strategies can unlock competitive advantage and long-term value.

What Sustainability Leaders Need to Know About AI Right Now

Cut through the AI hype. Three key lessons for sustainability leaders on what good AI looks like, and the questions you need to ask every vendor.

Getting Back to Growth: Strategy Won’t Save You. Implementation Will.

A Letter from Steve Steve Wilhite, Executive Vice President of SE Advisory Services

From Data Work to Decision Work: The Shift Energy and Sustainability Teams Can't Afford to Ignore

For energy and sustainability leaders: why AI won't eliminate your bottlenecks, and what happens when it moves them downstream into high-stakes decision work.

What Consumers Really Expect from Sustainable Retail

New survey of 1,000 U.S. consumers reveals what they expect from sustainable retail—covering supply chains, manufacturing emissions, AI energy use, and how sustainability drives trust and loyalty.

Brightening the Future of Vestavia Hills

From the classroom to the end zone, see how Schneider Electric is modernizing infrastructure to create a brighter, more sustainable future for the Rebels.

PepsiCo, Givaudan, Smurfit Westrock and Statkraft Sign 10‑Year Renewable Energy Agreement to Advance Value Chain Decarbonization Across EU

PepsiCo, Givaudan, Statkraft and Smurfit Westrock announce a renewable energy initiative enabled by the pep+ REnew program, supported by Statkraft, to reduce emissions across Europe.

The Hidden Half of Your Electricity Bill: Network Tariffs Explained

Network tariffs now make up 40–50% of commercial electricity bills in Australia. Learn what’s driving the increase and the few actions that actually reduce costs.

Competing in a Nature‑Regulated Economy | Australia

Australia’s environmental reforms are reshaping corporate risk and reporting. Learn how ASRS, TNFD, SBTi and land‑use rules are redefining business performance.

Why Retail PPA Cohorts Make Sense for Australia’s Mid‑Market Energy Buyers

Retail PPA cohorts are unlocking long‑term renewable energy for mid‑market Australian businesses. Learn how grouped procurement reduces risk, cost and complexity.

Understanding the New GRESB Real Estate Lender Assessment — What It Is, Why It Matters, and How SE Advisory Services Can Support

Understand the new GRESB Real Estate Lender Assessment, why ESG now drives credit risk and valuation, and how Schneider Electric Advisory Services helps lenders integrate ESG into underwriting.