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2018 outlook: transformation means opportunities

its place among the world’s leading socially responsible companies. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, and 2017 was a particularly important year for Schneider Electric. At the end of a three-year cycle in our Planet & Society Barometer , we met (and often exceeded) all our main planet, profit and people objectives. In addition, we were ranked fifth among global companies with the most socially responsible investment funds in our shareholder base – further recognition of our leadership in this field. We will keep up this momentum in 2018, and we have set ambitious new challenges for our 2018-2020 Planet & Society barometer in five areas: climate, circular economy, health and equity, ethics, and development. As President of the United Nations Global Compact France, I want to reaffirm my support for the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, the Sustainable Development Goals and important initiatives such as the #HeForShe movement for gender equality. We will continue to promote business ethics, environmental progress, innovation and empowerment among all populations, from women and young talents working with us in the corporate world, to underprivileged communities and citizens everywhere, whose lives can be improved by our smart, energy-efficient solutions.

In a global economy marked by ongoing political uncertainty, innovation continues to drive society forward. Whether by ensuring universal access to energy, limiting our environmental footprint or bringing artificial intelligence in our customer’s applications, Schneider Electric will pursue its path to inventing technologies that reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives. We will continue developing more products, services and software to offer integrated efficiency solutions to our customers. Ultimately, we must remember that all progress is led by people – our employees, partners, customers and communities where we operate. Together, we pursue our transformation and development. ■

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Looking ahead to 2018, Schneider Electric is uniquely placed to help customers meet their challenges of transformation and digitize their management of energy and automation. The world is accelerating its transition to sustainable and efficient electricity. A shining example is electric vehicles, which in the space of a year have become a focus for the entire automotive industry. The question is no longer if, but when, electric and self-driving vehicles will become the norm.

EUR1.2 billion in R&D investments in 2017

2017 REGISTRATION DOCUMENT SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC

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