This review article examines the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices in resource-intensive industries (fisheries, mining, plastics, and forestry). While AI offers benefits in enhancing transparency, accountability, and efficiency, it also risks exacerbating unsustainable consumption patterns and creating new inequalities. The authors highlight both the direct positive and indirect negative impacts of AI on ESG mechanisms across these industries, suggesting the need for policy controls and guardrails to ensure long-lasting positive impacts.
Publisher
The Extractive Industries and Society
Published On
May 29, 2025
Authors
Raphael Deberdt, Philippe Le Billon, Oludolapo Makinde, Peter Dauvergne, Taraneh Solwati, Shayan Razmi, Gaurav Kumar, Dyhia Belhabib
