The Middle East’s
8. Walid Sheta
Designation: MEA Zone President
Company: Schneider Electric
Established: 1836
Headquarters: Global: France
Regional: U.A.E.
Regional: U.A.E.
In November 2023, Schneider Electric and the Arab Youth Center launched the (UAE Youth Green Challenge) to engage university students in developing innovative solutions for decarbonizing the buildings sector. In December 2023, Schneider Electric and the Clean Energy Business Council launched the (Climate Horizon) report at COP28, outlining decarbonization strategies for the Middle East by 2060, focusing on energy transition and net-zero goals. In September 2024, the Ducab Group partnered with Schneider Electric to enhance its ESG and decarbonization strategy by providing expertise through a comprehensive climate strategy.