Sustainability Meets AI: Navigating the Crossroads

Published Date : 12/08/2025 

Explore how public and private sector organizations can embed sustainability ethics into every stage of the AI lifecycle, from development to deployment to decommissioning. 

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries and transform business operations, its environmental and social impacts are under increasing scrutiny. This webinar provides practical insights into how public and private sector organizations can embed sustainability ethics into every stage of the AI lifecycle - from development to deployment to decommissioning.

With rising energy demands, rare earth dependencies, and evolving regulatory requirements, now is the time to act. The objective of this webinar is to explore the impact of AI systems on sustainability and examine the interaction - and interdependence - between sustainability ethics, AI development, and the underlying need for a strong governance infrastructure.

The agenda includes a look at the growing reliance on AI, the relationship between ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), sustainability, and AI, as well as the intersection of AI and sustainability. Additionally, the webinar will cover strategies for establishing governance to harmonize these two critical areas.

This webinar is intended for Compliance and Sustainability leaders, including Directors, Vice Presidents, Officers, as well as professionals working in AI. It aims to provide actionable insights and best practices to ensure that AI development aligns with sustainable practices and regulatory standards.

Speaker Bios

Willy Fabritius | Global Head of Strategy & Business Development Information Security | SGS

For more than 25 years, Willy has held management positions with organizations in the private sectors. His experience in Management Systems goes back to 1994 when he implemented an ISO 9002:1994 QMS at a Stamping Facility in Germany, which was certified in less than 12 months.

He is a qualified lead auditor for a variety of standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 27001, CSA-STAR, ISO 27701, ISO 22301, and has audited multiple Fortune 100 organizations to these standards. Willy has worked for several global Certification Bodies and has delivered thousands of audits in APEC, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Prior to joining SGS, Willy was the Global Head for Information Security, Privacy, and Business Continuity for one of the largest third-party Certification Bodies.

Sean McMahon | Regional Sales Manager | SGS North America

Sean empowers companies to navigate the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, AI compliance, and data governance with expert guidance in privacy, risk assessments, security controls, and policy development. Specializing in ISO 27001, ISO 42001, and ISO 22301, Sean helps organizations implement robust frameworks for ethical AI deployment, cybersecurity compliance, and business continuity, ensuring continuous monitoring and improvement.

SGS is ANAB-accredited for ISO/IEC 42001, offering independent, third-party assessments to ensure AI management systems meet global security and compliance standards. Sean has spearheaded cybersecurity, AI compliance, and data governance initiatives for organizations, ensuring privacy and ethical AI deployment. He has developed tailored solutions for security controls, policy development, and continuous monitoring and improvement.

Webinar Details

- Date: September 16, 2025

- Time: 2:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM CT / 11:00 AM PT / 7:00 PM GMT

- Duration: 60 minutes

- Sponsor: SGS

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SGS is a global company providing inspection, verification, testing, and certification services. With a presence in over 140 countries, SGS is dedicated to ensuring quality, health, safety, and environmental performance for businesses and organizations worldwide. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS): 

Q: What is the main focus of the webinar?

A: The webinar focuses on how public and private sector organizations can embed sustainability ethics into every stage of the AI lifecycle, from development to deployment to decommissioning.

Q: Who should attend this webinar?

A: This webinar is intended for Compliance and Sustainability leaders, including Directors, Vice Presidents, Officers, as well as professionals working in AI.

Q: What topics will be covered in the webinar?

A: The agenda includes the growing reliance on AI, the relationship between ESG, sustainability, and AI, and strategies for establishing governance to harmonize these areas.

Q: Who are the speakers for the webinar?

A: The speakers are Willy Fabritius, Global Head of Strategy & Business Development Information Security at SGS, and Sean McMahon, Regional Sales Manager at SGS North America.

Q: What is the duration of the webinar?

A: The webinar will last for 60 minutes. 

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