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in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, the plant uses
modern technology to reduce energy waste
and maximise the use of renewable energy
– 30% of which will come from its own
advanced solar energy system.
The site’s opening cements Schneider
Electric’s long-standing commitment
to Yorkshire, building on a legacy of
operational excellence and a workforce with
decades of experience supporting customers
– some with over 50 years’ service. This
follows a major 2023 investment in Leeds.
Kelly Becker, President at Schneider
Electric, UK & Ireland, Belgium &
Netherlands:
“UK manufacturing is the backbone of
the nation’s infrastructure drive. With
electricity demand set to hit new heights,
our Scarborough site – rooted in Yorkshire
expertise – gives us the scale and agility
to respond quickly to market changes and
support the UK’s energy transition and
beyond. By expanding our local footprint,
we’re working even closer with customers
to deliver a decarbonised, resilient energy
system for the future.”
Rt Hon Ed Miliband, Secretary of State for
Energy Security and Net Zero
“This is fantastic news for people in
Scarborough who will be benefiting from
skilled jobs and ongoing training because
of this brand-new facility. Our clean power
mission is already driving investment and
growth, providing opportunities for people
right here in North Yorkshire. It comes
ahead of our Clean Energy Workforce
Strategy, which will help create high quality
jobs across the country.”
David Skaith, Mayor of York and North
Yorkshire
"Schneider Electric is backing our vision for
a greener York and North Yorkshire with this
£42 million investment in its Scarborough
base. The opportunities afforded by this
larger site will help keep more of our talented
young people and skilled workers on the
coast. This is a moment I’ve been looking
forward to, having followed this project from
its early stages to its official opening today.
It shows the confidence businesses have
about our commitment to clean energy. This
new state-of-the-art facility will produce the
electrical equipment we need, putting our
region at the heart of the UK’s transition to
cleaner energy.”
Lord Harrington, Chair, Make UK
“The decision by Schneider Electric to invest
£42m to build a new factory in Yorkshire is a
powerful vote of confidence in the strength
and resilience of UK manufacturing. This
facility represents not only a boost to regional
industry and skilled employment, but also a
commitment to innovation and sustainability
- values that are at the heart of our sector’s
future. With features such as rooftop solar
panels and cutting-edge digital technologies,
the factory sets a new benchmark for smart,
low-carbon manufacturing in the UK. We
warmly welcome this investment and look
forward to the positive ripple effects it
will have across the supply chain and local
communities.”
and carbon emissions through shorter,
optimised transport and logistics routes.
UK production means faster, more
flexible delivery of bespoke engineering
solutions, tailored to the unique needs
of UK projects. Customers can visit the
Scarborough site, collaborate directly with
product designers and engineers, and
ensure products fully meet their needs
before moving into production. The UK
site will produce equipment to meet British
standards, meaning they are export-ready
for Commonwealth markets.
The new facility will also significantly boost
the EV charging network in and around
Scarborough. An additional 30 EV chargers
will be hosted on site, increasing local EV
charging infrastructure by more than 110%
and accelerating the transition to electric
fleets.
The factory will also serve as a global
blueprint for sustainable design and
operations in manufacturing. Net-zero
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