SCOTT HARDEN

CTO for Global Innovation
Schneider Electric

As Schneider Electric’s CTO for global innovation, Scott Harden is responsible for software strategy and research & development for digital growth initiatives across the Innovation portfolio. Leading the vision, technology roadmap and integration plans for investments and incubations, Harden is accountable for all software capabilities supporting Schneider’s new energy landscape.

Scott also serves as the CTO for SE Ventures, Schneider Electric’s $1 billion corporate venture fund focused on future growth investments and initiatives with a focus on digitization, electrification, and sustainability.

Scott joined Schneider Electric from Microsoft in March 2022 where he was the CTO, Worldwide Energy & Sustainability. The global role was responsible for Microsoft’s technology vision for Energy & Sustainability by providing thought leadership on trends, competition, alliances, and solutions, as well as long-term growth plans for Microsoft in top industry accounts.

In addition to his work at Schneider Electric, Scott serves on the board of directors for the Smart Electric Power Alliance and Grid Forward. Scott was born and raised in the US, is currently living in Boston, Massachusetts and is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma where he received a degree in Architecture and Engineering.

Scott is Senior Vice President & CTO, Home and Distribution, Schneider Electric since the 1st of January 2025.