When it comes to reversing the negative effects of climate change, the usual focus is on supply-side transformations enabled by adding renewable energy sources to the energy mix. The energy demand side, by contrast, does not attract as much attention. Moreover, demand-side change is often met... The post Your behavior changes can make an IMPACT in reducing global energy demand and GHG emissions.  appeared first on Schneider Electric Blog ..read more

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into manufacturing processes represents a significant leap forward for the industry. As manufacturers continuously seek methods to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs, the optimization of chemical additives has emerged as a promising area. Chemical... The post AI-driven manufacturing: Revolutionizing chemical additive optimization for industrial processes appeared first on Schneider Electric Blog ..read more

The road ahead for electric vehicles (EV) is a promising one when it comes to reducing carbon emissions. Many eMobility solutions and initiatives at both the state and federal levels are accelerating EV growth and the rollout of the foundational charging infrastructure needed to power... The post What Can Oil & Gas Companies Expect of the U.S. EV Market?  appeared first on Schneider Electric Blog ..read more

When it comes to industrial safety, the stakes are high, and hazards loom everywhere. This is especially true in the chemical industry, where there are inherent risks related to manufacturing, handling, and disposing of chemicals. In 2023 alone, there were over 270 hazardous chemical incidents in... The post Elevating process safety in the chemical industry: A digital approach appeared first on Schneider Electric Blog ..read more

It’s becoming clear to most in hard-to-abate industries that electrifying combustion-based energy systems offers new opportunities to increase sustainability and decarbonize operations and processes. Industrial and civil engineers are racing to find alternatives to fossil fuels, as well as implement advanced digital control technologies to... The post Unlocking potential for plant design and operations with co-simulation appeared first on Schneider Electric Blog ..read more

Over the years, refinery-petrochemical plants have struggled to reduce their carbon emissions. Traditional monitoring methods lack immediate insights for proactive environmental improvement. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, chemical production and refining contributed to approximately 11% of energy-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in 2021.... The post Monitor carbon emissions through real-time machine learning appeared first on Schneider Electric Blog ..read more

IEA analysis of Nov 2023 shows that while the rapid deployment of clean energy technologies in recent years has made a major difference to the climate outlook – shaving about 1°C off projected global warming – a huge amount remains to be done. The IEA’s... The post Unveiling tomorrow’s sustainability: Leading decarbonization strategies for refineries and petrochemicals appeared first on Schneider Electric Blog ..read more

On the surface, the data center and the energies and chemicals industry could not be more different. Data centers require a very clean and controlled white space environment, while oil and gas companies operate in the harshest outdoor environments. Yet, these industries find themselves facing similar pain... The post How energy and chemical companies, electric utilities and data center providers can partner for a sustainable future appeared first on Schneider Electric Blog ..read more

“Every evolution requires a different mindset and a willingness to think differently” Time for a fundamental rethink? Industries face a number of challenges. There’s this constant need to continue to reduce capital project costs, operating costs, and energy consumption, all while meeting environmental sustainability targets.... The post CAPEX or OPEX? How about TOTEX? Time for a fundamental rethink. appeared first on Schneider Electric Blog ..read more

Process control systems, energy monitoring and control systems, safety instrumented systems are the heartbeat of any industrial manufacturing asset. The performance of these systems directly impacts the profitability, sustainability, efficiency, and operational resilience of each asset. Traditionally these systems are considered in isolation, yet all... The post How modernizing control systems can reduce business risk and deliver profit improvement appeared first on Schneider Electric Blog ..read more