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NAEM Network E-News

Nov. 24, 2010

"Thanksgiving, after all, is a word of action." - W.J. Cameron 1879 - 1953

The greenest bird
EPA finalizes carbon capture and sequestration rules
CDP issues first water disclosure report
Global CO2 emissions increased in 2010
The end isn't near: A better way to spur action on climate change
Philadelphia Eagles will take stadium off grid with renewable power
Job Opportunities

Save the Date: March 2-3
2011 EHS MIS Conference - Data Management Best Practices
San Antonio, TX. - More information coming soon.
Interested in sponsoring?

Webinar - Zero Landfill and Beyond: Waste Management for the 21st Century
Dec. 2, 2010 - Register Today
From manufacturing waste, to toxics and waste water, "zero waste" goals are popping up all over business. But how are companies actually meeting these goals? Attend this session and learn from leading companies who are working towards zero waste goals.

The greenest bird
If you're like the vast majority of Americans, you're looking forward to gorging yourself on turkey this Thursday. But what if you're an eco-minded poultry lover—what kind of bird should you serve?

EPA finalizes carbon capture and sequestration rules
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency finalized two rules related to the capture and sequestration of carbon dioxide. Countries around the world are pursuing carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) technologies in an effort to keep greenhouse gas emissions from entering the atmosphere. However there are serious concerns about the economic viability and safety of CCS.

CDP issues first water disclosure report
The Carbon Disclosure Project has issued their first Water Disclosure Report since sending their preliminary questionnaire to over 300 companies in April, finding that water has climbed quickly on the corporate agenda and identifies Colgate-Palmolive, Ford, PG&E and GE as leaders in the field of water management. Of the responding companies, 60% have set water-related performance targets. View the report.

Global CO2 emissions increased in 2010
During the heart of the recession in 2009, CO2 emissions fell as economic activity slowed. Now that the world is seeing modest signs at recovery, the pace of economic activity has picked up and so have the CO2 emissions. According to a new study, the planet may reach record levels of emissions by the end of the year.

The end isn't near: A better way to spur action on climate change
Environmental activists are learning to change their tone with the public, opting for less doom and gloom. Research has found that communicating messages in less apocalyptic ways, while offering and explaining solutions, can help the skittish process and accept the information more constructively.

Philadelphia Eagles will take stadium off grid with renewable power
The NFL's Philadelphia Eagles announced a plan to power Lincoln Financial Field with a combination of on-site wind, solar and dual-fuel generated electricity, making it the world's first major sports stadium to convert completely to on-site power. The Eagles estimate that over the 20-year horizon, the on-site energy sources at Lincoln Financial Field will provide 1.039 billion kilowatt hours of electricity enabling an estimated 4MW of excess energy off-peak to be sold back to the local electric grid.

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HSE Manager - Manufacturing, Terex Corp., Redmond, Wash.
Terex Aerial Work Platforms (AWP) is currently seeking a motivated individual for our Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Manager – North America to support our North American Manufacturing, Design, Parts and Service Teams. The successful candidate will design, implement, and manage the Terex AWP Health, Safety and Management System and any other health programs, modified to the special needs of the individual operations. The HSE manager ensures safe work conditions and practices that meet all applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies and coaches site management and personnel on the recognition, elimination and control of occupational hazards and environmental risks. This position is responsible for coaching manufacturing site HSE personnel in the development of HSE improvement plans, metrics and strategies.

Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist, Motorola, Horsham, Penn.
This role provides technical expertise and guidance for safety, health and environmental programs and services. Evaluates and monitors company practices to ensure compliance with all environmental, health and safety governmental regulations. Advises management on ways to enhance employee safety while still maximizing productivity. Develops workplace safety programs that result in worker’s compensation and insurance premium savings. Develops environmental, health and safety programs that result in cost savings and reduction in the company’s environmental footprint and potential environmental legal liabilities

Environmental, Health and Safety Coordinator, Amway Corp., Ada, Mich.
The Environmental, Health and Safety Coordinator will be a member of Amway’s EH&S department and will report to the Supervisor of EH&S. The EH&S Coordinator will be responsible for developing, communicating and maintaining a comprehensive EH&S management system on a global basis to obtain corporate wide excellence in EH&S. These responsibilities will include providing direction in the development of policies and procedures for the corporation, developing training programs, conducting assessments and audits, providing consultation, establishing and supporting the corporate EH&S global metrics, and developing an effective communication network within their area of responsibility. The successful individual will leverage their proficiency to develop, review and support implementation of EH&S management systems including corporate standards, departmental procedures, training programs, and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with applicable state, federal, or in-country regulations. Qualifications include 3-5+ years of EHS experience (5-8 preferred), BA in EHS/Sciences/Engineering or relevant, CSP certification is preferred, ability to travel is preferred.

Environmental Health Safety (EHS) Manager, Sara Lee Corp., Huntington, WV
The EHS Manager will implement and monitor programs and processes necessary to ensure facility remains in compliance with all corporate, federal, state, and local product quality, sanitation, food safety, safety, and environmental requirements. S/he will manage, maintain, publish, and submit all corporate, federal, state, and local regulatory compliance documents and establish audit requirements to ensure compliance in Food Safety, Occupational Safety and Environmental regulations. Will also be expected to oversee all audit results, evaluate trends, communicate results, and establish action plans to ensure plant remains in compliance with regulatory requirements. Qualifications required include a BA or BS required (Food Safety, Occupational Safety and/or Environmental concentration preferred). 3-5 years experience in quality, safety, sanitation, or environmental management - food manufacturing industry preferred with at least two years of supervisory experience and a familiarity with FDA, OSHA, DEQ, AIB and SQF regulatory requirements preferred. To apply for this job, visit Sara Lee’s U.S. careers website and search for EHS Manager in Huntington, WV.

Have a safe, healthy and environmental week!

Carol Singer Neuvelt
NAEM Executive Director

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