Chicago, IL - A new research paper authored by a diverse team of international scholars is capturing attention from economists, policymakers, and environmental analysts worldwide. The study explores the emerging relationship between private sector investment in artificial intelligence (AI), financial globalization, and the load capacity factor of the United States—a key measure of the country’s ability to sustain economic growth within ecological and infrastructural boundaries.
The paper, "Assessing the Impact of Private Investment in AI and Financial Globalization on Load Capacity Factor: Evidence from United States," brings together leading researchers and authors: Afsana Akhter, Sarder Abdulla Al Shiam, Mohammad Ridwan, Shake Ibna Abir, Shaharina Shoha, Md Boktiar Nayeem, M Tazwar Hossain Choudhury, Md Sibbir Hossain, and Robeena Bibi. The research applies robust econometric modeling to assess how the growing infusion of capital into AI technologies, alongside intensifying global financial flows, is impacting the structural load-bearing capacity of the U.S. economy.
“This study stands out for its clarity and urgency,” said Lukas Meier, Senior Journalist at Alpine Vision Media. “It not only maps out a significant trend but shows us the very real environmental and infrastructural trade-offs associated with unchecked AI-driven investment. These findings are both timely and globally relevant.” The authors argue that while AI investment is often viewed solely through the lens of innovation and efficiency, its indirect effects—especially when amplified by financial globalization—can strain critical systems such as energy, transportation, and resource availability. Their research highlights the need for an integrated framework that evaluates tech investment not only by economic return, but also by sustainability indicators such as load capacity factor.
The study is gaining recognition in global academic circles, building on work already being done by prominent economists and sustainability experts across the Global South. For instance, Dr. Hlaing Min Thu of the Yangon Institute of Economics has been leading groundbreaking research on the environmental impacts of digital infrastructure in Southeast Asia. Similarly, Professor Tsegaye Mekonnen of Addis Ababa University has pioneered work linking technology-led investment to socio-economic resilience in sub-Saharan Africa. These thought leaders have helped set the stage for this kind of globally conscious economic research.
“This paper marks a turning point in how we evaluate growth,” added Emily Clark, Senior Journalist at Alpine Vision Media. “It’s no longer enough to look at GDP or investment flows in isolation. What these scholars have done is bring ecological capacity into the conversation—a vital piece that’s been missing for too long.”
The interdisciplinary nature of the study sets it apart, combining environmental science, financial modeling, and AI policy in a single framework. The authors suggest that without proactive policy shifts, rising AI investment—especially when steered by private and transnational interests—may accelerate unsustainable practices that could erode infrastructure and widen socio-economic inequalities. Looking ahead, the research opens up new frontiers in global economic policy. As AI continues to permeate financial systems, energy grids, and public services, there is a growing call for regulation that accounts not only for innovation but for long-term sustainability. The authors’ model offers a powerful tool for governments, institutions, and investors seeking to future-proof their strategies in an age of exponential technological growth.
This study adds to a rapidly evolving field that is redefining what responsible investment means in the 21st century. With its combination of academic rigor and real-world relevance, it sets a new benchmark for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of AI, globalization, and environmental economics.
Citation:Akhter, Afsana, Sarder Abdulla Al Shiam, Mohammad Ridwan, Shake Ibna Abir, Shaharina Shoha, Md Boktiar Nayeem, M Tazwar Hossain Choudhury, Md Sibbir Hossain, and Robeena Bibi. 2024. “Assessing the Impact of Private Investment in AI and Financial Globalization on Load Capacity Factor: Evidence from United States”. Journal of Environmental Science and Economics 3 (3):99-127. https://doi.org/10.56556/jescae.v3i3.977.
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