Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy technologies, today announced that it has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Carbon Accounting and Management Applications 2026 Vendor Assessment.
The study evaluated 17 global vendors based on capabilities and strategic vision.
The IDC report highlights the following key strengths of the company:
• AI-native architecture: Schneider Electric’s Resource Advisor+ platform, powered by the Sera AI agent, automates data extraction and normalization, emissions factor mapping, reporting, and CSRD compliance processes, while also supporting supplier engagement and scenario analysis.
• Integration of an in-house developed platform: building the Resource Advisor+ platform in-house ensures seamless data exchange and compatibility across products, enabling context, analytics, and management actions to be shared across the entire platform and throughout the client’s ecosystem.
Resource Advisor+ is an AI-native platform for energy consumption management and sustainable development, developed by Schneider Electric. SE Advisory Services, Schneider Electric’s global consulting practice. Launched in early 2026, the platform integrates energy data, carbon emissions tracking, supplier engagement, and reporting into a single environment built on a Responsible AI approach, which ensures the effective and optimized use of artificial intelligence.
Resource Advisor+ is supported by specialized teams at SE Advisory Services, comprising over 4,000 consultants worldwide and more than 17,000 specialists across Schneider Electric’s various business units. The combination of software and consulting expertise is a key element of how SE Advisory Services helps clients move from ambitious sustainability goals to measurable results.
The platform’s supply chain management capabilities are built around supplier engagement, training, and practical decarbonization actions. Suppliers receive support through structured data collection, benchmarking, and progress monitoring, as well as a transparent maturity assessment model that helps identify specific next steps. Specialized training modules include built-in mechanisms for launching decarbonization projects or engaging with expert teams. Energize and Catalyze, SE Advisory Services’ flagship supply chain decarbonization initiatives, support suppliers in accessing renewable energy, achieving large-scale emissions reductions, and accelerating progress toward science-based climate targets, while delivering measurable business value.
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Schneider Electric is a global leader in energy technology, driving efficiency and sustainability through the electrification, automation, and digitalization of industry, business, and residential spaces. The company’s technologies enable buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and power grids to function as open, interconnected ecosystems, enhancing productivity, resilience, and sustainability.
The company’s portfolio includes smart devices, software-defined architectures, AI-based systems, digital services, and professional consulting services. With 160,000 employees and 1 million partners in over 100 countries, Schneider Electric consistently ranks among the world’s most sustainable companies.
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Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy technologies, today released its results for the first quarter of 2026 as part of its new Impact 2030 sustainability roadmap.
Building on years of leadership and a unique approach to sustainability, Impact 2030 structures the company’s ambitions around four strategic pillars—electrifying the world, transforming industry, unlocking human potential, and supporting local communities—which are implemented through targeted programs and measured using clear performance metrics.
In the first quarter of the new cycle, the Impact Score reached 3.40/10, marking a strong start toward the 2026 annual target of 4.20/10 (where 10/10 corresponds to the 2030 ambition). This metric reflects early progress in key programs, combining results in the company’s operations with scalable impact for customers, suppliers, and communities.
Schneider Electric further reduced carbon emissions in its own operations: Scope 1 and 2 emissions decreased by 82.5% compared to 2017. In the first quarter, the company also helped customers save or electrify 47.5 million MWh of energy through energy management, automation, and digital solutions. These efforts resulted in a reduction and avoidance of 20 million metric tons of CO₂ equivalent for the quarter.
Achieving large-scale results also requires rethinking approaches to product design and manufacturing. In the first quarter, the company continued to implement the Future Designed framework: 14% of key products in the development phase already demonstrate high levels of circularity and environmental efficiency.
In the supply chain, the company accelerated the rollout of the Zero Carbon Pathway initiative, developing a long-term model for engagement with suppliers. In the first quarter, more than 1,100 suppliers joined the program, many of whom have already completed training and received practical tools to decarbonize their operations.
Supporting equal opportunities remains a key priority for the company. In the first quarter, more than 2.8 million people gained access to sustainable electricity through Schneider Electric’s community solutions, and 113,000 people received training and upskilling in programs related to energy, electrification, and automation. In total, more than 1.2 million people have been trained since 2009.
“Impact 2030 creates a framework for systemic transformation by engaging all stakeholders,” said Esther Finidori, Director of Sustainability at Schneider Electric. “We expect positive results to grow with each quarter as our ambition translates into tangible, consistent, and measurable progress.”
Detailed results and key sustainability indicators for Q1 2026 are available in the report.in Schneider Electric’s quarterly report, published alongside the Group’s first-quarter financial results.
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About Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric is a global leader in energy technologies, driving efficiency and sustainability through the electrification, automation, and digitalization of industry, business, and residential spaces. The company’s technologies enable buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and power grids to function as open, interconnected ecosystems, enhancing productivity, resilience, and environmental sustainability.
The company’s portfolio includes smart devices, software-defined architectures, AI-based systems, digital services, and professional consulting services. With 160,000 employees and 1 million partners in over 100 countries, Schneider Electric consistently ranks among the world’s most sustainable companies. Learn more at https://www.se.com/ua/uk/
PJSC “Electrometallurgical Plant ”Dniprospetsstal” (Zaporizhzhia) increased its net loss by 3.9 times in the January-March period of this year compared to the same period last year, reaching UAH 510.751 million.
According to the company’s interim report, available to the Interfax-Ukraine agency, revenue from ordinary activities for this period decreased by 21.4%—to UAH 957.475 million from UAH 1.217961 billion.
The uncovered loss as of the end of March 2026 amounted to UAH 6.775516 billion.
According to the 2025 report, the company’s net loss last year increased by 22.1% compared to 2024—to UAH 711.015 million from UAH 582.427 million. At the same time, revenue from ordinary activities for this period decreased by 6.2%—to 5.330967 billion UAH from 5.686039 billion UAH.
74.6% of the company’s total sales volume is supplied to the Ukrainian market, while 25.4% is exported. The most important export markets (based on the share of sales in exports): Western Europe – 43.9%, North and South America – 26.6%, Eastern Europe – 25.5%, with the remainder distributed among the Far and Middle East.
As of December 31, 2025, the company’s workforce numbered 2,814 people (in 2024 – 3,147 people).
“Dniprospetsstal” is Ukraine’s sole manufacturer of long products and forgings made from special steel grades: stainless, tool, high-speed, bearing, structural, as well as heat-resistant nickel-based alloys.
According to the National Securities and Stock Market Commission (NSSMC) as of the fourth quarter of 2025, its shares are held by Wenox Holdings Ltd. – 47.1128%, Boundryco Ltd. – 11.0131%, Gazaro Ltd. – 16.5197%, Crascoda Holdings – 6.6826%, and Middleprime Limited – 9.7901% (all based in Cyprus).
It was previously reported that in May 2008, the international investment and consulting group EastOne sold its approximately 30% stake in Dniprospetsstal, which had previously been held under the group’s mandate. Meanwhile, the plant’s new shareholders are linked to VS Energy International, whose beneficiaries include several Russian entrepreneurs.
According to the report, in May 2023, pursuant to a decision by the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine (NSDC) dated May 12, 2023, personal economic sanctions were imposed on the ultimate beneficial owner of Dniprospetsstal.
The company’s authorized capital is UAH 49.720 million.
Vodafone Ukraine (VFU), Ukraine’s second-largest mobile operator, increased its net profit by 12% in January–March 2026 compared to the same period last year, reaching 778 million hryvnia.
According to the company’s press release on Wednesday, revenue grew by 11% to UAH 7.3 billion.
Key drivers remain the growth in data service consumption, the development of the fixed-line business, and increased revenue from equipment sales and other services, Vodafone Ukraine explained.
It is noted that OIBDA increased by 4% to UAH 3.49 billion, while the OIBDA margin decreased to 47.8% from 50.7% in the first quarter of 2025, due to rising electricity costs, network resilience measures, personnel expenses, and increased radio frequency spectrum fees.
The mobile operator noted that the profit growth was driven by improved debt portfolio management.
Average revenue per user (ARPU) in the first quarter of this year increased by 13% to UAH 145.2 per month, with a stable subscriber base. At the same time, there has been an increase in the number of contract subscriptions, VFU added.
According to the press release, investment volume for January–March 2026 amounted to UAH 1.55 billion, which is 2% less than in January–March 2025. Key investment areas include improving the energy resilience of infrastructure—specifically ensuring backup power, expanding the use of generators and batteries—as well as developing and modernizing the mobile network, particularly by expanding 4G coverage.
Investments were also made in the development of fixed-line internet access based on modern technologies (GPON) and in preparing the infrastructure for the rollout of new generations of communication, including 5G.
“The company continues to implement systematic network modernization projects and is introducing technological solutions aimed at improving service quality and adapting the infrastructure to new challenges,” the statement said.
As reported, Vodafone Ukraine increased its revenue by 14% in 2025 compared to the previous year—to 27.8 billion UAH—while its net profit grew by 18%—to 4.18 billion UAH.
You can read English just fine.
Understand emails.
Even watch YouTube without subtitles.
But then a Zoom call starts.
— “Hey everyone, thanks for joining…”
— “Can we quickly align on this?”
— “What are your thoughts?”
And suddenly your mind goes blank.
You start to:
● get nervous;
● be afraid to interrupt;
● get lost because of accents;
● freeze before answering;
● think not about the meaning of the conversation, but about your own mistakes.
It’s especially frustrating when you’re a skilled professional but suddenly feel insecure in English.
And this is much more common than it seems.
Many people think:
“If I know English, that means I’ll be able to speak normally during work calls.”
But Zoom English works differently.
Here, it’s not enough to simply “know the words.”
During live communication, the brain performs a bunch of tasks simultaneously:
● listens;
● translates;
● formulates a response;
● analyzes the reactions of the people you’re talking to;
● keeps track of the context;
● copes with stress.
And all of this happens in real time.
That’s exactly why someone can:
● write excellent English;
● read documentation just fine;
● have a good vocabulary —
but still get lost during calls.
Especially when there are:
● different accents;
● a fast pace;
● interruptions;
● technical delays;
● poor sound quality;
● multiple people speaking at once;
● small talk;
● professional terminology.
Your brain is literally working in overdrive.
That’s why fatigue after English-language calls is a very real thing.
This is one of the most common problems adults face.
A person thinks:
● “I know this…”
● “I learned this phrase…”
● “Why am I silent right now?”
The problem isn’t with knowledge.
The problem is with the speed of accessing it under stress.
During a Zoom call, there is no:
● 30 seconds to think;
● opportunity to translate calmly;
● “preparation” pause.
You have to react immediately.
And that is what scares people the most.
It’s important to realize this.
A language barrier doesn’t mean that a person:
● isn’t smart enough;
● is a poor professional;
● is “weak” in English.
Very often, the opposite is true:
the more responsible a person is, the more nervous they get.
Because they want to:
● sound professional;
● not lose their credibility;
● not look confused;
● not create an awkward pause.
This is especially true for:
● managers;
● IT specialists;
● marketers;
● HR;
● sales teams;
● professionals who work with international clients.
Many people are surprised by this idea.
But the problem for adults is rarely:
● the Present Perfect;
● conditional sentences;
● complex grammar.
Most often, the challenge is:
● reacting quickly;
● listening to different accents;
● not panicking;
● making small talk;
● speaking without long pauses.
And here’s the key point:
You need to practice speaking for calls separately.
Just like:
● presentations;
● negotiations;
● job interviews;
● public speaking.
Yes, you might.
And that’s okay.
In international teams, most people are NOT native speakers.
Everyone:
● has an accent;
● makes mistakes;
● sometimes asks for clarification;
● gets lost.
And this has long been a part of global communication.
This fear is very common.
Especially when:
● someone speaks quickly;
● there’s an unfamiliar accent;
● the microphone is bad;
● the topic is complex.
But the good news is that professionally asking for clarification is a completely normal practice.
In reality, most people think about the following during a call:
● deadlines;
● tasks;
● their own stress;
● a presentation;
● the client.
Not about your grammar or accent.
Moreover, confidence in speaking is often more important than “perfection.”
This is one of the main mistakes.
Before the call, you should:
● write down key points;
● prepare key phrases;
● think through your answers;
● review terminology related to the topic.
Even native speakers often take notes before important calls.
This really helps your brain when you’re stressed.
● Hey everyone, thanks for joining
● Nice to meet you all
● Hope you’re doing well
● Thanks for your time today
● That’s a good question
● Let me think for a second
● From my perspective…
● I’d say that…
● As far as I understand…
These phrases give your brain time to formulate a response.
● Could you repeat that, please?
● Sorry, the audio cut out
● Could you say that a bit slower?
● Just to make sure I understood correctly…
This sounds professional and completely normal.
It’s small talk that often causes the most discomfort.
Especially for people who know “business” English well.
Simple options:
● How’s your week going?
● Hope the weather is better there ????
● Have you been busy lately?
You don’t need to try to sound “really interesting.”
It’s enough to sound natural.
Here’s the paradox:
People with intermediate English sometimes sound more confident than those who know more.
Why?
Because:
● they don’t try to construct complex sentences;
● they speak more simply;
● they don’t overcomplicate things;
● they focus on the content.
For example:
❌ “Regarding the implementation process, we potentially might…”
✅ “I think we should start with…”
Short sentences often sound:
● clearer;
● more professional;
● more confident.
After English-language calls, many people feel:
● exhausted;
● a headache;
● overwhelmed;
● the desire to “stay silent until evening.”
And this isn’t “weakness.”
During a call, the brain is constantly:
● processing a foreign language;
● analyzing context;
● anticipating responses;
● controlling one’s own speech.
It’s especially difficult for introverts and people with high anxiety.
Nothing replaces live speaking.
That’s exactly why people who:
● just watch videos;
● read;
● do exercises —
often still fear Zoom calls.
The brain needs practice reacting in real time.
This is critically important.
Because international calls aren’t just “perfect British English.”
You might encounter:
● Indian accents;
● Polish;
● German;
● French;
● Ukrainian;
● American;
● mixed accents.
And you have to get used to each of these separately.
Not abstract topics from a textbook.
But:
● calls;
● meetings;
● presentations;
● negotiations;
● daily tasks;
● small talk;
● explaining tasks.
This is exactly where <a href=”https://www.english.kh.ua/ukr/corporate/”>our experience shows</a> that adults start making progress much faster when they practice not “English in general,” but specific work situations they actually face every day.
This is an important point.
Many people wait:
● “I’ll learn a few more words”;
● “I’ll brush up on my grammar”;
● “I’m not ready to speak yet.”
But speaking works the other way around.
At first:
● it’s awkward;
● it’s scary;
● it’s slow;
● there are mistakes.
And only then does confidence emerge.
There is no moment when a person suddenly starts speaking “without fear.”
Fear diminishes through repetition.
Just a few years ago, it was possible to avoid international communication.
Now, for many professions, that’s no longer an option.
Zoom English impacts:
● career growth;
● international projects;
● salary;
● confidence;
● the ability to work globally.
And the good news is that this isn’t a “talent.”
It’s a skill.
And skills can be trained.
Even if you’re afraid to speak on calls right now—that doesn’t mean it will always be that way.
The national postal operator Ukrposhta has launched a new queue-free parcel pickup service that involves installing special express pickup lockers inside post offices, according to a company statement released on Wednesday.
According to the press release, the first 120 express pickup kiosks have been installed in Kyiv and the Kyiv region. In total, during the first phase, the new system will be implemented in 400 branches, primarily in cities with populations over one million and regional centers.
Ukrposhta explained that some shipments are automatically routed by the company to be picked up via the new format; once the package arrives, the customer receives an SMS with an access code, opens the corresponding section, and picks up the shipment independently without needing to speak to an operator.
It is noted that these lockers are available directly at the branches and operate during their business hours.
“We have long been looking for a way to separate customer flows: those who come only for a package and those who use other services—from utility payments to international money transfers. Testing is still ongoing, but it is already clear: it is possible to pick up a package at Ukrposhta without waiting in line,” the press release quotes Ukrposhta CEO Ihor Smiliansky as saying.
The company emphasizes that the launch of the new format is part of the national postal operator’s service upgrade.
“Following the completion of 100% automation of sorting processes and the creation of an infrastructure with a potential capacity of up to 3 million shipments per day, the company is gradually transforming the customer experience: expanding the network of parcel lockers, partner pickup points, and new formats for receiving parcels at branches,” Ukrposhta added.
As reported, the state-owned “Ukrposhta” posted a total profit of UAH 106.3 million for January-April, with EBITDA of UAH 122.9 million. The company’s equity reached UAH 2.3 billion without additional budget funding.
In January-March 2026, the company reported a net loss of UAH 204.8 million, which is UAH 1.1 million, or 0.5%, more than in the same period of 2025, while its revenue grew by 1.1% to UAH 13.11842 billion.
