How should investors think about artificial intelligence, human rights and the growing impact of AI on the environment?

Recorded at the RIAA Conference Aotearoa NZ 2026, Money Matters host Dr Roger Spiller speaks with RIAA Co-CEO Estelle Parker about the opportunities and risks AI presents for responsible investors.

Estelle discusses her journey from a 20-year diplomatic career into responsible investment and explains how investment decisions can influence the environment and society.

The conversation explores RIAA's work on AI and human rights, including issues such as misinformation, inequality, bias in decision-making, access to AI, water use and the carbon emissions associated with data centres.

Roger and Estelle also discuss what investors can ask companies and fund managers about AI, including whether existing net-zero, climate and nature strategies remain fit for purpose as companies rapidly expand their use of artificial intelliAgence.

The conversation also looks at how individual investors can take a more active role in understanding where their money is invested, including RIAA's certification programme and directory of responsible investment products and certified financial advisers.

Recorded at the RIAA Conference Aotearoa NZ 2026 in Auckland as part of the Money Matters podcast.

Money Matters is an ethical investment firm helping people understand how they can make money and make a difference.

This podcast provides general information for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice or a recommendation.