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over the next 150 years , it gradually grew into the electrical company we are today . As one of the largest electrical manufacturers on a global scale , we have a foothold in almost every country and a particularly strong presence in the US .
“ Our products range from traditional electrical products to apps , analytics tools , automation , and software control devices . However , despite phenomenal growth , we ’ ve never lost sight of where we came from as we transitioned into an electrical company , and we ’ re still heavily involved in the mining industry .
“ Schneider is currently experiencing some reorganization , and my role is changing slightly as a result . Historically , I have helped to identify strategic accounts in the mining and metals space across North America , leveraging opportunities to accelerate their automation and digital acuity , whereas I will focus more specifically on the US going forward . This restructuring will help bring us closer to our customers , enabling such a global organization to be more intimate within each country . I currently lead a team of ten individuals , and we ’ re ready to take advantage of the market as critical minerals become increasingly important in the US .”
Continuing this topic , we ask David how the US can stay competitive in the current global landscape . “ There are several things the US has done that have some unintended positive consequences for mining companies ,” David shares . “ The CHIPS Act to bring semiconductor manufacturing back to the US and the Inflation Reduction Act , for example , both have aspects that unintentionally impact the mining and metals industry .
“ However , there are still improvements to be made . Our permitting processes are antiquated , for instance , meaning it takes a long time for new mining companies to come online . Our perception of the industry also needs to change . We must educate people on where their essential products come from to emphasize how important mining is and that if done correctly and sustainably , mining and metals don ’ t need to be the enemy !
“ It ’ s an interesting time in the US as our government transitions once again . Trump understands the value chain of where products come from , and I think he will appreciate the abundance of materials here in the US that haven ’ t yet been brought to market . We need a leader to bring the industry ’ s systems out of the 1800s and into the 2000s with more responsible mining operations !”
Steps towards a more sustainable future
Turning to sustainability , David is keen to share how Schneider is supporting companies with reducing emissions across a mine ’ s lifecycle . “ We ’ ve recently launched a new program , Materialize , which empowers leading critical resource and materials companies to reduce Scope 3 emissions by guiding their suppliers to implement decarbonization strategies ,” he explains . “ Scope 1 and 2 emissions are much easier to address in comparison to Scope 3 , so Materialize will help our clients identify their heaviest carbon or greenhouse gas emitters across the supply chain
“ As the world transitions to net-zero emissions , demand for minerals and metals
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