Artificial intelligence is reshaping our world—but at what cost to our planet? In this episode, we dig into the overlooked environmental footprint of AI and the massive energy demands of data centers in vulnerable communities. We explore why sustainability needs to be baked into AI development from the start, and how environmental justice must be part of the conversation. If we don’t plan responsibly, the same communities already facing the brunt of climate change could bear the hidden costs of AI’s rapid growth.

With special guest Yejide Olutosin, a sustainable finance strategist and clean energy leader with over a decade of experience shaping energy policies, supporting ESG investment strategies, and promoting environmental justice. She has helped mobilize millions of dollars in public and private capital to expand clean energy access, improve grid resilience, and drive policy reforms in more than 10 countries across Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and the Americas. She has also guided individuals and institutions in aligning their financial assets with climate goals, informed by her background in private wealth management and climate finance strategy. Yejide’s work connects financial systems with frontline communities, offering a global, equity-focused perspective on how capital can serve as a tool for resilience and change.

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