AI could pose a serious threat to organizations’ ESG goals

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Artificial intelligence has already cemented its place in the foreseeable future of work. But before organizations start leaning too heavily on the new tech, they should stop and consider whether increasing AI could in turn decrease their commitment to sustainability.

Eighty-eight percent of CEOs reported existing or planned investments towards AI-driven products or service innovations, according to recent data from EY. Of those, 38% said they prioritize sustainability issues when making those capital allocation decisions. And yet, 65% of CEOs admit that more work is still needed to address the existing ESG risks that come with an increased use of AI. 

Paola Peralta
Associate Editor

Paola Peralta is an Associate Editor at Employee Benefit News and has been with the team for five years. She is a proud UCF journalism graduate who got her start through a Dow Jones News Fund … Read full bio


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