Dallas, TX – Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, showcased its latest advancements in energy technology at the Innovation Summit North America 2025, held this week in Dallas. The company emphasized solutions designed to enhance resilience, sustainability, and efficiency across various sectors, including utilities, data centers, and manufacturing.
The summit served as a platform for Schneider Electric to unveil its next-generation hardware, software, and services aimed at addressing the evolving challenges of the energy landscape. Key announcements focused on optimizing energy consumption, improving grid reliability, and accelerating the transition towards a more sustainable future.
"We are at a pivotal moment where technology plays a critical role in shaping a more resilient and sustainable world," said Annette Clayton, CEO of Schneider Electric North America, in her opening keynote. "Our innovations are designed to empower businesses and communities to navigate the complexities of the energy transition and achieve their sustainability goals."
A significant highlight of the summit was the introduction of Schneider Electric's enhanced EcoStruxure platform. This open, interoperable system architecture and technology platform connects best-in-class operational technology (OT) with the latest in IT technology to unlock trapped value. Updates to EcoStruxure included advanced analytics capabilities, improved cybersecurity measures, and enhanced integration with renewable energy sources. The company claims these upgrades will enable customers to better manage their energy consumption, reduce their carbon footprint, and improve operational efficiency.
Specifically, the company highlighted advancements in its grid automation solutions. These solutions, designed to improve the reliability and stability of the electrical grid, are increasingly important as the grid becomes more complex with the integration of distributed energy resources such as solar and wind power. Schneider Electric demonstrated how its technology can help utilities better manage these resources, prevent outages, and improve overall grid performance. The company also displayed its capabilities in microgrid technology, offering solutions for communities and businesses looking to generate and manage their own power independently from the main grid.
Data centers were another key focus area. Schneider Electric presented its latest innovations in data center cooling, power management, and infrastructure management. With the ever-increasing demand for data and computing power, data centers are becoming increasingly energy-intensive. The company showcased solutions that can help data centers reduce their energy consumption, improve their efficiency, and minimize their environmental impact. This included liquid cooling technologies and advanced power distribution systems.
Beyond specific product announcements, the Innovation Summit also served as a forum for industry experts and thought leaders to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the energy sector. Panel discussions and workshops covered topics such as the role of artificial intelligence in energy management, the future of renewable energy, and the importance of cybersecurity in protecting critical infrastructure.
Several Schneider Electric partners and customers were also present at the summit, showcasing how they are using the company's technology to achieve their sustainability goals. Success stories were shared across a variety of industries, highlighting the practical applications of Schneider Electric's innovations.
Looking ahead, Schneider Electric is committed to continuing to invest in research and development to drive further innovation in the energy sector. The company plans to expand its EcoStruxure platform, develop new solutions for emerging energy challenges, and work with its partners and customers to create a more sustainable and resilient future. The summit underscored the company’s commitment to leveraging technology to address global energy challenges and accelerate the transition to a cleaner energy economy.
