Inside Rockwell Automation's Pursuit of Energy Resilience

Global automation giant Rockwell Automation is deepening its focus on energy resilience and digital transformation as it unveils its 2025 Sustainability Report.

The report highlights progress in energy efficiency, emissions reduction and cybersecurity across its operations and customer network.

With 26,000 employees serving over 100 countries, Rockwell continues to align industrial automation with the global energy transition. Its latest report sets out how technology-led solutions are guiding industries towards lower-carbon and more energy-efficient futures.

Aligning sustainability with energy goals

Rockwell’s Triple A framework – assess, advance and accelerate – sits at the heart of its sustainability approach, helping the company and its customers manage energy performance and environmental impact.

In December 2025, Rockwell submitted both its short- and long-term emissions targets to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with validation expected soon.

In 2025, its Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions remained consistent year-on-year, while efforts to assess and manage Scope 3 emissions have intensified. Around 99% of Rockwell’s carbon footprint sits within its value chain, prompting a greater emphasis on collaborative energy-saving partnerships with suppliers, logistics providers and customers.

Through energy-efficient products, transparent reporting and an evolving renewable energy agenda, Rockwell aims to strengthen its contribution to decarbonisation across the manufacturing landscape.

Blake Moret, Chairman and CEO of Rockwell Automation, says: “Today’s industrial landscape is evolving faster than ever. Global supply chains are shifting, production is moving closer to customers and manufacturers are navigating increasing complexity.

"We are proud of the progress we’ve made and we remain committed to transparency, accountability and continuous improvement.”

Investment in solar power and circular operations

In pursuit of lower energy consumption, Rockwell has installed dual solar panel systems at its Aabybro, Denmark CUBIC facility.

The systems are expected to cut annual emissions by 27kg CO₂e, with surplus energy channelled back into the local grid. The initiative forms part of a wider push for renewable sourcing and energy-savvy production environments across its global sites.

The company also surpassed its 2025 target of diverting 90% of waste from landfill through recycling, reuse and energy recovery. Fourteen per cent of hazardous waste was recycled, and all new packaging now originates from sustainable or renewable sources, with suppliers providing certified sustainable forestry materials.

Emmanuel Guilhamon, Vice President, Sustainability at Rockwell Automation, adds: “We believe the path to a more sustainable future is paved with innovation.

"That’s why we’re investing in digital tools, automation and AI that help us and our customers make smarter, faster decisions.

"These technologies are transforming how we manage energy, optimise operations and reduce environmental impact.”

Guided by a five-year packaging strategy, Rockwell is advancing circular design by “right-sizing” materials, optimising logistics and improving recyclability. This initiative helps manufacturers close the material loop while cutting carbon and operating costs.

“Setting packaging sustainability goals is smart business,” says Brad Gruneberg, Product Engineer, Packaging at Rockwell Automation.

“Through thoughtful design, Rockwell Automation demonstrates environmental stewardship by using sustainable materials that protect our products, meet global regulations, safeguard the planet and build quality and trust with customers worldwide.”

Strengthening cybersecurity for energy-enabled industries

As industrial operations become increasingly digitised and energy systems more interconnected, cybersecurity remains a critical priority. Rockwell is working closely with the EU and industry groups to interpret new cyber regulations and ensure compliance across its energy and automation solutions.

Through its alliance with HackerOne, a global leader in hacker-powered security, the company continues to strengthen its cyber resilience strategy. The partnership enables proactive risk detection and safeguards the digital infrastructure supporting modern energy and manufacturing networks.

Tony Baker, Vice President and CPSO, Digital Trust at Rockwell Automation, says: “Our partnership with HackerOne enhances our Product Security Program.

"This collaboration, alongside our secure development lifecycle processes and ongoing efforts to comply with global cybersecurity standards, reaffirms our commitment to the highest levels of product security.”