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How Does AI Affect your ESG Goals?

Thursday, June 18, 11 AM ET

Key Takeaways

  • Understand how AI impacts environmental, social, and governance goals—both positively and negatively.
  • Learn how to design and run effective ESG initiatives in the age of AI.
  • Discover how AI can support sustainability, compliance, and responsible business practices.

Your Presenter(s)

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James Brusseau

Professor at Pace University

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James is a leading voice in AI ethics, business ethics, and the philosophy of technology. He specializes in helping organizations and students understand the societal and organizational impact of artificial intelligence, with a focus on practical ethical decision-making in the AI era. James is the author of multiple books and educational resources on AI ethics and business ethics, and is a frequent speaker on responsible AI adoption. Previously, he held academic and research roles focused on philosophy, ethics, and emerging technologies.

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Saskia van Gendt

Chief Sustainability Officer at Blue Yonder

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Saskia leads sustainability strategy and helps organizations build more resilient and sustainable supply chains through data and AI-driven technologies. She focuses on reducing environmental impact across global operations, with expertise in circular economy initiatives, sustainable sourcing, and supply chain transformation. Saskia is a recognized voice in sustainable business and frequently speaks on the intersection of technology and sustainability. Previously, she held sustainability and supply chain leadership roles at companies including Rothy's and Dell Technologies.

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Padmini Murthy

CMO at RiskOpsAI & Governing Board Member at Women in AI ESG

Padmini focuses on AI governance, risk, and ethical adoption. At RiskOpsAI, she helps position the company's AI-driven GRC platform for enterprise risk and compliance teams. Padmini is also a Governing Board Member of the Bay Area chapter of Women in AI ESG. She is also Founder of Content Sense, supporting early-stage startups with marketing strategy and growth.

Why this matters

As organizations invest heavily in AI, leaders are increasingly asking: what does this mean for sustainability, ethics, and governance? AI can both accelerate ESG initiatives and introduce new risks—from energy consumption to bias and accountability. Understanding this dual impact is essential for building responsible, future-ready organizations.

In this panel interview webinar, James Brusseau, a Professor at Pace University, Saskia van Gendt, the Chief Sustainability Officer at Blue Yonder, and Padmini Murthy a Governing Board Member at Women in AI ESG, will explore how AI intersects with ESG strategy. You'll learn how to design effective ESG initiatives, assess the environmental and social impact of AI systems, and use AI as a tool to improve reporting, decision-making, and outcomes. This session is ideal for leaders looking to align innovation with responsibility.

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