All About Chris Leong, Schneider Electric's New CSO
Schneider Electric has a new leader driving its sustainability prowess.
The sustainability giant welcomed Chris Leong to the position on 1 January 2025 to “advance the company’s sustainability commitments and goals, continuing to strengthen its leadership position in the field.”
“I am honored to take on a new responsibility as the Chief Sustainability Officer for Schneider Electric, the #1 Most Sustainable Company in the World! What a way to celebrate my 13-year anniversary at Schneider Electric,” says Chris.
“It’s an incredible privilege to be given this opportunity to take the amazing foundation built on Sustainability for over 20 years at Schneider to the next level, and to learn from the incredibly talented and passionate Schneider Sustainability team and community around the world.”
Meet Chris Leong
Chris joined Schneider Electric in 2012 as the Executive Vice President of Digital Customer Experience before joining the Schneider Electric Executive Committee Leadership Team as Chief Marketing Officer in March 2015.
Prior to joining Schneider Electric, Chris served as Senior Vice President of China, Japan and Korea at Nokia.
We firmly believe that a just transition enabling an inclusive economy is the backbone to bridge progress and sustainability for all
She speaks four languages and describes herself as “passionate about ESG (and UNSDG) for a sustainable and equitable future for business, customers, employees, communities and the environment.”
Sustainability at Schneider Electric
Celebrated as one of the top companies in sustainability by Sustainability Magazine, Schneider Electric is bringing digital solutions to sustainability and efficiency.
Headquartered in France, the global company says “our purpose is to create impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all.”
“At Schneider, sustainability is our enduring purpose that inspires us to solve the biggest challenges of our generation,” Chris says.
“More than just a mission; it's the "why" behind everything we do at Schneider. It 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.
“We firmly believe that a just transition enabling an inclusive economy is the backbone to bridge progress and sustainability for all, paving the way towards our collective net zero ambition.”
Schneider Electric’s new year appointments
Chris’ appointment comes at the same time as two other moves in the Schneider Electric executive team.
Frédéric Godemel, who has been with the company since 1990, has been promoted from Power Systems & Services Executive Vice President to Energy Management Executive Vice President and member of the Executive Committee.
The role was previously held by Olivier Blum, who took over as CEO in November 2024.
Jing Ren is also joining the Executive Committee and has been appointed to lead the newly formed Strategy, Brand & Communications team as Executive Vice President Strategy, Brand and Communications.
Jing joined Schneider Electric in 2003, and most recently served as Senior Vice President and Head of Energy Management Low Voltage Business for Schneider Electric China and East Asia.
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