Adedamola Okunola Awarded Prestigious 2024 Global Recognition Award™ for Pioneering Work in AI and Environmental Sustainability
Adedamola Okunola, founder and CEO of RIIB Ltd (RiibAI), received the prestigious 2024 Global Recognition Award for his innovative work at the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and environmental sustainability. This award highlights Adedamola’s pioneering approach to using technology to address pressing global challenges, particularly around climate change and carbon emissions.
Learn more about Adedamola’s journey and the award by visiting the Global Recognition Award official page.
A Well-Deserved Honour
Adedamola’s recognition comes as no surprise to those familiar with his work. With a background in Meteorology and Climate Science, he has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to using technology to address environmental challenges. This award is a testament to his efforts in building RiibAI, a company that helps businesses monitor and reduce their carbon footprints through advanced AI and satellite data.
An Entrepreneurial Journey
Adedamola’s career started in December 2017 when he founded Heletrade, a company focused on waste management and environmental services. This was his first step into the environmental industry, providing hands-on experience with real-world ecological challenges.
In 2018, Adedamola took on a new role as Senior Product Owner at Space in Africa, where he led the development of satellite-related projects until January 2022. This role allowed him to deepen his expertise in space technology and environmental science. In parallel, Adedamola pursued an MBA in the UK, sharpening his leadership skills and strategic thinking.
It was during his MBA studies that Adedamola conceived the idea of RiibAI, an innovative company that leverages AI to improve weather prediction and offers consultancy services to help organisations reduce their carbon emissions. RiibAI stands out for its use of satellite data to provide accurate environmental insights that empower businesses to make smarter, more sustainable decisions.
The Mission of RiibAI
At RiibAI, Adedamola’s team is committed to combining AI and environmental science to tackle today’s most pressing sustainability issues. By using AI models to process satellite data, RiibAI can offer clients real-time weather forecasting and detailed analyses that help businesses understand their environmental impact and take actionable steps to reduce their carbon emissions.
“We believe technology can be a force for good,” Adedamola said. “At RiibAI, our goal is to help organisations transition toward more sustainable practices by offering them the tools and data they need to make informed decisions.”
Looking to the Future
RiibAI has exciting plans for the future. A collaboration with Space in Africa is on the horizon, which will allow the company to access even more satellite data, enhancing the accuracy of its AI-driven insights. This partnership represents a significant step in RiibAI’s mission to make sustainability more accessible for businesses worldwide.
“Our partnership with Space in Africa will open up new opportunities for us,” Adedamola explained. “We’re looking forward to working together to provide even more accurate data and solutions that benefit both businesses and the environment.”
A Well-Deserved Award
The 2024 Global Recognition Award reflects Adedamola’s dedication to solving environmental problems using innovative technology. His work demonstrates that when AI is applied thoughtfully, it can have a transformative impact on industries and communities alike.
“I’m incredibly honoured to receive this award,” Adedamola shared. “It’s a validation of the hard work my team and I have put into RiibAI and our vision for a more sustainable world. This recognition only motivates us to keep pushing the boundaries of what technology can do to protect the environment.”
About RiibAI
RiibAI is a London-based company that specialises in AI-driven environmental consulting and advanced weather forecasting. By using satellite data and cutting-edge AI technology, RiibAI helps organisations understand their environmental impact and make data-driven decisions to reduce carbon emissions.
