Katie McGinty, Chief Sustainability Officer at Johnson Controls, discusses the importance of smart building technologies in meeting climate targets. The podcast explores the potential for progress in tackling the climate crisis, government policies driving investment towards sustainability, and the challenges and benefits of sustainability in business.
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Efficient water management in industrial facilities can reduce water consumption by up to 44% and decrease greenhouse gas emissions by up to 12%.
Using AI automation like Watson X in business operations allows human resources to focus on human-centered activities instead of administrative tasks.
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Industrial water optimization can reduce consumption, energy use, and greenhouse gas emissions
According to environmental reporting non-profit CDP, global water use, storage, and distribution contribute 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. EcoLab helps companies optimize water use, and with more efficient water management, industrial facilities could reduce their water consumption by up to 44%, trim their energy use by as much as 22%, and reduce corporate greenhouse gas emissions by up to 12%.
AI-powered Watson X Orchestrate aims to multiply productivity
Watson X Orchestrate is an AI designed to automate tasks and enhance productivity. By using Watson X in business operations, companies can streamline processes such as generating offer letters, writing job records, and managing schedules. This automation allows human resources to spend less time on administrative tasks and more time focusing on human-centered activities.
Johnson Controls' VP discusses significance of COP 28 and progress on climate change
Katie McGinney, VP and Chief Sustainability Officer of Johnson Controls, shares her perspective on the significance of COP 28, the UN's annual Climate Change Conference, and the absence of world leaders like President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping. McGinney highlights the importance of reaching agreement on issues that drive common ground, such as tripling renewable energy and doubling energy efficiency. She also emphasizes the role of businesses in cutting carbon emissions in buildings and the benefits of embracing sustainability as a top business priority, including cost savings and attracting purpose-driven talent.
Katie McGinty, Chief Sustainability Officer at Johnson Controls, discusses the need to meet climate targets through smart building technologies ahead of COP28. Hosts: Carol Massar and Bailey Lipschultz. Producer: Paul Brennan.