The Board’s Responsibility in an AI Driven Energy Transition | Scott Eversman

At New York Energy Week 2024, Scott Eversman, Partner in Energy Transition at Odgers Berndtson US, highlights AI’s transformative potential in the energy sector, noting its ability to boost US GDP by up to a trillion dollars annually. Eversman emphasizes AI's role in optimizing fuel cells, improving energy trading forecasts, managing smart grids, and enhancing renewable energy efficiency. He urges boards to treat AI as a strategic imperative, engage in continuous development, realign structures, demand comprehensive reporting, and assess readiness for change. Eversman underscores the importance of human oversight and robust governance in navigating AI-driven energy transitions effectively.