Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management, was recognised, on January 17, at the Zayed Future Energy Prize (ZFEP 2012) in the category of 'Large Corporations' for leading efforts in renewable energy and sustainability. General Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, presented the award to Jean-Pascal Tricoire, President and CEO, Schneider Electric.
The fourth edition of the Prize was hosted on the sidelines of the World Future Energy Summit (WFES 2012) at the Emirates Palace Hotel, in Abu Dhabi. ZFEP also rewarded winners in the categories of Small and Medium Enterprises (SME's) & Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) and Lifetime Achievement awards for individuals who received a total prize fund of $4 million, which includes a $500,000 prize that will be awarded to High Schools in 2013.
Speaking on the occasion, Jean-Pascal Tricoire said: "We are delighted on winning the ZFEP Award for Large Corporations. This award is a testimony to our commitment to sustainable development and reaffirms that we are moving in the right direction. We hope to continue leading the effort in resolving the global energy challenge with innovative and efficient solutions that curb energy waste, promote clean generation and influence consumption habits that respect and help resuscitate the environment."-PR
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