Using Copilot in Sustainability

Teams focused on sustainability initiatives are challenged to embed sustainability into core business strategies and then obtain the investment needed to implement change and measure success. They must also keep up with changing reporting regulations.

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Microsoft Copilot opportunity to impact key functional area KPIs

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Sustainable sourcing

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

Recycling rates

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

Energy consumption

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

Carbon footprint

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

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Transform Sustainability processes

Key processes Before AI Using AI
Operations and maintenanceAI can optimize operations and maintenance in energy and resource organizations by predicting equipment failures and scheduling preventive maintenance, reducing downtime and costs. It can also analyze data from sensors and IoT devices to enhance efficiency and performance. Additionally, AI can assist in energy management by forecasting demand and optimizing resource allocation. Overall, AI helps ensure reliable, efficient, and cost-effective operations.
Create a strategy

Develop your operational strategy

ReportingEnsuring data quality and timeliness of reporting requires a lot of resources.
Access sustainability data

Simplify the process of collecting and reporting on sustainability initiatives

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