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Criteria Strengths Limitations Efficiency
Understanding Requests
Insights / Reporting
Processes large volumes of data quickly, reduces manual workload
Handles different formats and languages, spots patterns and gaps
Turns raw data into structured outputs for reports, disclosures, and planning
Still requires expert oversight and well-structured input
Lacks nuance, may misread poorly worded content
Needs context, can‘ t replace human judgment or strategic thinking
Data security |
Can work within disclosure settings |
Sensitive data requires strict security |
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and access controls |
The table above contains strengths and limitations of using AI when working with sustainability data.
good as the data and assumptions behind them, so they need additional verification algorithms to avoid errors or built-in bias.
When tailored to specific needs and developed with an understanding of both the strengths and limitations, AI tools can be a good fit for complex tasks such as regulatory gap assessments, customer questionnaires, and ESG rating disclosures.
Case study: From requests’ chaos to strategic insights
Let’ s review the case study of AI tool application in supporting steel producer sustainability team using the beSirius platform.
A company facing growing ESG reporting demands implemented a solution to reduce pressure on the sustainability team and streamline how external and internal requests were handled. The company was receiving:
• 2-3 customer ESG questionnaires per week, often with 100-200 questions each
• Multiple ESG rating and certification requests
• 5-7 internal requests from departments such as risk, finance, and legal
• Regular assessments to ensure compliance with frameworks like IRMA, CBAM and CSRD( Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive)
On the beSirius platform, the company created a Sustainability Twin™, a digital backbone that mirrors the company’ s sustainability profile. The Twin was built around the company’ s organizational structure, product portfolio, and operational processes. It incorporates all relevant sustainability data, including emissions, energy use, human rights, circularity, compliance, and updates regularly as new data becomes available.
8 Green Steel World | Issue 18 | June 2025