FRÉDÉRIC GODEMEL
TECHNOLOGY & AI
Platforms and ecosystems are transforming complex datasets into actionable insights “ As digitisation revolutionises the way we work and interact , energy fundamentally becomes more distributed ,” Frédéric Godemel , Executive Vice President Global Power Systems and Services at Schneider Electric begins .
Frédéric works within Schneider to tackle the daunting challenge that comes with increasing network output and efficiency by connecting more renewables to the grid and ensuring emissions don ’ t rise in parallel . This comes in the form of the company ’ s next-generation services – including EcoCare , EcoFit and EcoConsult – which provide unique access to Schneider ’ s expertise across the entire lifecycle of assets and systems . These products and innovations are stellar examples of how platforms and digital ecosystems are positively contributing to the energy space .
“ The world can no longer work in independent silos ,” Frédéric continues . “ The need for better integration and collaboration has unearthed new opportunities and solutions .
“ No business can achieve the crucial transformation alone and no solo player can provide each puzzle piece . The phases of transformation – design , build , operation , maintenance and improvement – require a complete ecosystem of partners working together .”
Schneider ’ s EcoStruxure platform is a prime example of this transformation , having enabled clients to reduce carbon emissions by up to 50 million tons of CO2 annually .
Ruben Van den Bossche , Co-Founder and CEO of Belgian energy tech company Gorilla concurs . Gorilla is a vertical , SaaS-based data platform that offers energy-specific , configurable applications , with clients including British Gas ’ parent Centrica , Shell Energy and Atlanta-based Gas South . It works to empower energy companies to reinvent their offerings with data to align financial and net-zero goals by leveraging big data to accurately price their products amidst market volatility to better manage the energy transition .
FRÉDÉRIC GODEMEL
TITLE : EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT GLOBAL POWER SYSTEMS & SERVICES
COMPANY : SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
INDUSTRY : INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
LOCATION : GRENOBLE , FRANCE
Boasting an almost-35-year international career at Schneider Electric , Frédéric ’ s specialities include power domain , with expertise spanning low and medium voltage , energy automation , infrastructure and services . He has held leadership roles in China and the UAE and currently operates out of his native France .
140 October 2024