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Photinus and Schréder join forces to deliver solar lighting to communities worldwide

Photinus and Schréder join forces to bring solar lighting to communities worldwide

Photinus, a leading European provider of solar lighting solutions, has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by Schréder, the leading independent provider of smart outdoor lighting solutions, for a 49% stake to accelerate the growth of smart and connected solar solutions.

Schréder's new carbon reductions have been approved by the SBTI

Schréder’s climate targets approved by SBTi for scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions

Following our commitment to set science-based targets to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions in 2023, our Scope 1, 2 and 3 targets have now been endorsed by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).

Schréder Together Fund helped 6 humanitarian projects in 2023

In 2023, the Schréder Together Fund supported 6 associations, nominated by employees, to make a positive impact on the well-being of the communities where they are based.

Schréder awarded Gold rating by EcoVadis in 2023

Schréder achieves EcoVadis Gold sustainability rating for the second consecutive year

We are pleased to announce that we have achieved the EcoVadis Gold rating for the second year in a row. We have improved our sustainability rating from 68 to 71 points in 2023 which demonstrates our continued efforts and improvements in our sustainability journey. EcoVadis is the world’s largest provider of corporate sustainability ratings and a reference in the B2B industries and global supply chains.

On World Environment Day 2023, Schréder reinforces its commitment to beat plastic pollution

On World Environment Day, Schréder reinforces its commitment to #BeatPlasticPollution

At Schréder, we are committed to reducing plastic pollution. We have implemented initiatives to become a single-use plastic-bottle-free company, reduce plastic in our products and packaging and accelerate growth in a circular economy.

Schréder Together Fund donated solar lighting to Tshinapfene village

Schréder Together Fund delivers solar lighting solution for Tshinapfene village, South Africa

Schréder, via the Schréder Together Fund, donated 46 solar street lights on GRP poles to extend community life after dark and improve the quality of life for the local community.

Schréder commits to joining SBTi

Schréder commits to joining the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) drives ambitious climate action in the private sector by enabling organisations to set science-based emissions reduction targets. This initiative reinforces our engagement to combat climate change.

Schréder's first Sustainability Report won 2 prizes

Schréder’s first Sustainability Report rewarded 2 prizes by the Awards for Best Belgian Sustainability Reports

Organised by the Institute of Registered Auditors, these awards reward and encourage organisations to report transparently on sustainability issues. The winners were announced at this year’s prize ceremony on 29th November in Brussels. For this 21st edition, Schréder was awarded the Best First Sustainability Report and Sustainability Report Best Linked to the 2030 SDGs Agenda.

Schréder awarded Gold in EcoVadis 2022 sustainability rating

Schréder awarded EcoVadis 2022 Gold sustainability rating

EcoVadis is the world’s largest provider of business sustainability ratings and a reference in the B2B industries and global supply chains. Based on 21 criteria, EcoVadis audits companies in four categories: Environment, Labour and Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement. After achieving the Silver rating in 2021, we improved our sustainability performance even further in 2022.

LensoFlex®2 becomes LensoFlex®4

LensoFlex®4: Optimised optical system

We have been using our LensoFlex®2 photometric optics system successfully in all our luminaires for more than 10 years. This system has so far offered the best performance in every conceivable situation.