In this episode, we provide an extensive argument that Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption must move beyond merely increasing internal efficiency and profitability towards considering its broader societal and environmental responsibilities.

Dr Salim Sheikh, of SocietalAI, proposes a holistic framework that links AI adoption directly to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

At SocietalAI, we highlight that current approaches overlook critical issues such as the significant energy consumption of AI systems, the need for social equity and reskilling to prevent widening economic gaps, and the importance of community wellbeing and trust.

Ultimately, we advocate for a human-centred approach where AI is seen as a lever for shared value creation rather than solely for corporate gain, proposing incentives and policies to enforce transparency and sustainability.

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