In this episode we talk to Örjan Jansson, Global Programme Manager for Climate Innovations at WWF and author of a groundbreaking pre-study on AI for sustainability.

Together, we explore how AI can help tackle the polycrisis of climate change, biodiversity loss and more—unlocking transformative solutions for a greener future. The pre-study aims to inspire engagement and foster collaborations that drive leadership and funding toward AI solutions capable of accelerating the green transition.

Read the report:https://media.wwf.se/uploads/2025/02/wwf_-how-ai-can-unlock-green-transformation_2025-02-13.pdf

Örjan Jansson on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/orjanjansson/

In this episode of Designing the Robot Revolution, Jacob and David lay out their plans for the podcast in 2025, diving into the key topics they'll be exploring. They discuss why it’s essential to focus on the broader landscape of AI and automation, where real value is being delivered, and move beyond the noise around LLMs and Generative AI. Tune in for their take on the latest developments in GenAI and why we all need to focus on areas where AI is truly making an impact in the world of robotics and automation.

The stakes couldn’t be higher.

In this episode, we dive into what could be the biggest act of intellectual property theft in history—AI systems scraping decades of human creativity without consent.

We explore the impact on artists, writers, and creators, and what’s at risk for the future of culture and innovation. We also discuss what creators can do to protect their work and how we can all help shape the rules of this new digital frontier.

LINKS

The Rest is Entertainment

Daniel Torres

The RegulatingAI Podcast

Case Tracker

Johan Cedmar-Brandstedt

Risk isn’t just something to manage—it’s something we need to design for.

In this episode, we explore how to think about risk in AI and automation, referencing tools like the National Institute for Standards' Risk Management Framework and its accompanying playbook, as well as the UK Information Commissioner's Office’s Checklist for common risk scenarios. From frameworks to practical checklists, we’ll discuss how identifying and addressing risks can help us create more reliable, responsible AI systems.

LINKS

National Institute of Standards & Technology - AI Risk Management Playbook

Information Commissioner's Office - AI and data protection risk toolkit

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In this episode of Designing the Robot Revolution, David and Jacob explore whether the increasing size of large language models (LLMs) is delivering meaningful improvements or reaching a point of diminishing returns. They discuss the balance between scale and utility, questioning how much of these massive models' potential is actually being used and what a plateau would mean for ideation.

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OpenAI, Google and Anthropic are struggling to build more advanced AI

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In this episode, we explore how AI is transforming the nonprofit sector, enabling charities to maximise their impact even with limited resources. From deepening connections with beneficiaries to creating more meaningful, personalised donor experiences, AI is helping organisations do more for the communities they serve. Join us as we discuss the future of giving with experts who are pioneering these changes, uncovering how technology can empower charities to deliver greater empathy, efficiency, and impact.

GUESTS:

Ian McLintock

George Irish

Ross Angus

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In this episode, Jacob and David explore how AI is transforming business strategy, strategic design and consulting. They discuss real-world examples of AI-driven market forecasting, supply chain optimisation, and customer behaviour analysis, while highlighting the risks of over-relying on AI for strategic decisions. They also dive into the technical complexities of modern AI systems and share their own insights on using AI effectively without losing the human touch.

LINKS

EY on AI for Business Strategy

McKinsey on AI for Business Strategy

AI vs. Scientists - Who has the best ideas

Pontus Wärnestål vs. Sam Altman

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