Sylvia O. Erigbe, a researcher and business leader, is drawing attention for her study on the use of technology in sustainable finance in the United States. Her paper, “Blockchain-Enabled ESG Reporting and Robo-Advisory Systems: Transforming Sustainable Investment Practices in U.S. Financial Markets,” examines how digital tools can change the way environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles are applied in investment decisions.
Erigbe’s expertise goes far beyond theory. Holding dual master’s degrees in Business Administration and Sustainability, she is globally respected for her ability to turn bold ideas into measurable impact. As an Operations Leader at Amazon, she applies her skills at scale—driving efficiency, innovation, and sustainable practices within one of the world’s most complex logistics networks. Her career spans corporate leadership, high-impact community initiatives, and cross-sector collaborations, all marked by her unique capacity to integrate data analytics, digital strategy, and sustainability principles into practical, results-driven solutions.
The study highlights how blockchain technology can increase transparency and accountability in sustainability reporting. According to Erigbe, blockchain’s ability to provide secure and verifiable records makes it a strong tool to address concerns of “greenwashing,” where firms overstate or misrepresent their ESG performance. By ensuring records cannot be altered, blockchain could help regulators and investors verify claims made by companies.
Erigbe also explores the role of artificial intelligence through robo-advisory systems. Her paper shows how machine learning and real-time ESG data can help both retail and institutional investors create investment portfolios that meet financial targets while reflecting ethical preferences. She notes that such tools can expand access to sustainable finance by providing investors with personalised strategies at scale.
“Technology has the power to bridge the gap between ESG commitments and actual accountability in financial markets,” Erigbe writes. “By leveraging blockchain for transparency and AI for decision-making, we can build a financial ecosystem that rewards true sustainability and empowers investors.”
Her research calls for U.S. financial markets to adopt digital innovation while keeping ethical standards central. With ongoing debates on climate change and social responsibility, the paper adds to wider discussions on how finance can support sustainable growth.
Through this work, Erigbe contributes to global conversations on reshaping finance to align investment with long-term environmental and social priorities.
