Scenario

Sustainability teams can leverage AI for assistance when creating a new strategy by getting assistance understanding regulations, researching possibilities, and collaborating on new ideas.

1. Understand regulatory requirements

Use Copilot to learn more about sustainability requirements for your organization based on your location and industry.

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Example prompt: What regulatory requirements does my company need to consider for our logistics operations in Sweden?

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Ask Copilot to summarize the commitments other organizations in your industry are making?

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Example prompt: Summarize the UN sustainable development goals (SDGs) and what kinds of commitments and progress global companies are making in the [retail industry].

Try in Prompt Gallery: Catch up on UN sustainability commitments

Ask Copilot to summarize any changes to key regulations.

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Example prompt: Summarize the GHG Protocol carbon accounting and emissions framework and highlight any changes since 2023.

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Gain insights from your competitor’s efforts by analyzing their reports.

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Example prompt: What’s the best way to analyze a competitor’s sustainability report?

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Use Copilot to compare CDP ratings and other ESG data from suppliers.

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Example prompt: How should I compare supplier CDP ratings?

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Use Copilot to develop specific strategies to achieve sustainability goals.

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Example prompt: What’s the best way for an organization to analyze its emissions data and identify potential strategies to reduce its overall carbon footprint?

Try in Prompt Gallery: Reduce carbon footprint

KPIs

Opportunity to impact key functional area KPIs

How Microsoft Copilot can help increase sustainable sourcing

Assesses the percentage of materials and products sourced from environmentally and socially responsible suppliers.

How Microsoft Copilot can help improve recycling rates

Assesses the volume of waste produced and the effectiveness of recycling programs.

How Microsoft Copilot can help reduce energy consumption

Tracks the total energy used across all operations, aiming to identify areas for efficiency improvements.

How Microsoft Copilot can help reduce carbon footprint

Measures the total greenhouse gas emissions produced directly and indirectly by the organization.

The content in this example scenario is for demonstration purposes only. You should evaluate how Copilot aligns with your organization’s business processes, regulatory requirements, and responsible AI principles.