About this episode
Can artificial intelligence help decarbonise one of the world’s most carbon-intensive industries?
Steel production accounts for nearly 10% of global CO₂ emissions, making it one of the biggest challenges in the transition to a more sustainable economy. In this episode of From Garage to Growth, we sit down with Dr. Osas Omoigiade, founder and CEO of DEEP.META, to explore how AI is helping manufacturers reduce emissions, improve efficiency, and rethink the future of industrial production.
Using advanced reinforcement learning, DEEP.META has developed an AI-powered “furnace copilot” designed to optimise steelmaking processes—potentially reducing energy consumption and avoiding hundreds of millions of tonnes of CO₂ emissions.
Reinventing Heavy Industry with AI
Applying artificial intelligence to manufacturing is far more complex than deploying AI in software.
Dr. Omoigiade explains how DEEP.META combines machine learning, industrial expertise, and real-time operational data to help steel producers make smarter decisions without disrupting production.
Why Steel Matters
Steel is essential to modern life, but it comes at a significant environmental cost.
We explore why decarbonising steel production is critical to achieving global climate goals and how improving efficiency at scale could have a meaningful impact on reducing emissions worldwide.
Reinforcement Learning in the Real World
Unlike traditional automation, reinforcement learning enables AI systems to continuously learn and optimise complex industrial processes.
Dr. Omoigiade explains how this technology powers DEEP.META’s furnace copilot and why it has the potential to improve both operational performance and environmental sustainability.
The Challenges of Industrial AI
Building cutting-edge technology is only part of the challenge.
We discuss the realities of working with legacy industries, overcoming resistance to change, accessing high-quality operational data, and earning the trust of manufacturers adopting AI for critical processes.
Advice for Deep Tech Founders
Reflecting on his entrepreneurial journey, Dr. Omoigiade shares lessons on building deep technology companies, working with enterprise customers, and solving complex global challenges through innovation.
Whether you’re interested in artificial intelligence, climate technology, manufacturing, or entrepreneurship, this episode offers valuable insights into how technology can transform industries that matter most.
About the Guest
Dr. Osas Omoigiade is the founder and CEO of DEEP.META, a deep technology company using artificial intelligence and reinforcement learning to help industrial manufacturers improve efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and lower carbon emissions.