Schneider Electric Names Chris Leong as Chief Sustainability Officer
Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy and automation digital solutions, has announced the appointment of Chris Leong as its new Chief Sustainability Officer. This strategic move underscores Schneider Electric’s commitment to sustainability and innovation in driving energy efficiency and decarbonisation.
Schneider Electric
In her new position, Chris Leong will lead the company’s sustainability strategy, steering commitments and initiatives in areas such as corporate citizenship, sustainability performance, institutional affairs, and environmental impact.
Leong has been with Schneider Electric since 2012, initially joining as Executive Vice President of Digital Customer Experience. She later served as Chief Marketing Officer, during which she became a key member of the company’s Executive Committee.
A Rich Career in Global Leadership
Before joining Schneider Electric, Leong held senior leadership positions in major global organisations. She led Nokia’s Greater China, Korea & Japan operations, following a series of global roles including Senior Vice President of Global Marketing. Her career began with WPP Group, where she held executive positions at Bates Asia, Ogilvy Europe, and Grey Global Group Asia. During her tenure, she collaborated with major global brands like P&G, Ford, HSBC, Heineken, and telecommunications companies.
A Vision for Sustainability
Leong’s passion for sustainability is evident in her comments on her new role:
“Sustainability is our guiding north star that ignites our curiosity, encouraging us to question the status quo and unleash innovative ideas to overcome challenges that may seem daunting. It is thanks to our determination to turn ambitions into actions that we are a decarbonisation champion, relentlessly pursuing energy efficiency, automation, and digitisation innovation that makes a difference.”
On its website, Schneider Electric described Leong as a strong advocate for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)-based principles, highlighting her belief that purpose-led enterprises are the foundation for a sustainable and equitable future.
About Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric offers a range of energy and automation solutions tailored to help individuals and businesses maximize energy efficiency and sustainability. Operating from multiple sites across the UK, Schneider Electric provides solutions in:
- Automation and control
- Electrical distribution
- Building management
- Critical power and cooling solutions
- Installation systems and control
- Medium voltage distribution and energy automation
- Solar energy solutions
The company is committed to creating products and systems that promote safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible use of energy.
Learn more about Schneider Electric’s policies on sustainability, health and safety, customer satisfaction, data privacy, and more by visiting their website at www.se.com/ww/en/locate/395-operations-around-the-world
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