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Dec. 23, 2013
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"Wise people, even though all laws were abolished, would still lead the same life."
Aristophanes
(446 BCE - c. 386 BCE) Comic playwright of ancient Athens
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Getting A Holiday Bonus? Here's How To Actually Buy Happiness
If you are lucky enough to get a holiday bonus, you shouldn't use it to cover your everyday things. Here's how to use it more mindfully and get a boost of happiness in the New Year. Read more... |
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EPA Issues Carbon Capture Rule
The EPA issued a final rule that the agency says will help create a consistent national framework to ensure the safe and effective deployment of carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) technologies. Read more... |
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The Tricentennial of Sustainability Management
A book authored in 1713 in Hans Carl von Carlowitz provided the earliest known use of the word sustainability - or nachhaltigkeit, in German - in the sense in which we use it today. The work also constituted the first formulation of what would later become known as the triple bottom line. Read more... |
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The White House delayed enacting rules ahead of 2012 election to avoid controversy
The White House systematically delayed enacting a series of rules on the environment, worker safety and health care to prevent them from becoming points of contention before the 2012 election, according to documents and interviews with current and former administration officials. Read more... |
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U.S. Flouts Its Own Advice on Promoting Safe Foreign Garment Factories
Even though the Obama administration has called on Western buyers to use their purchasing power to push for improved industry working conditions after several workplace disasters over the last 14 months, the American government has done little to adjust its own shopping habits. The US government spends more than $1.5 billion a year at garment factories overseas. Read more... |
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The Greenest Things to Do With Your Body After You Die
Every year, cemeteries across the U.S. bury over 100,000 tons of steel and approximately 1,500,000 tons of concrete from coffins and re-enforced vaults. Additionally, embalming with formaldehyde has been linked to higher risks of cancer and respiratory problems in mortuary workers. With the death rate set to rise as the baby boomer population ages, the green burial movement is championing sustainability. Read more... |
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Upcoming Events
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March 4-5, 2014
Washington, D.C.
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Have an open position that you would like to include in the next NAEM Executive Brief? Send it to Mike. |
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Emerson Process Management, Chanhassen, MN
The Director of Global EHS will lead local and global resources to develop and implement processes to ensure compliance to Emerson requirements, local and national regulatory requirements and improve the safety incident rate performance at global operation sites. Job responsibilities will include overseeing the development and implementation of Rosemount's Safety and Environmental programs, including environmental stewardship with facilities and products, overseeing the development and implementation of Rosemount's Industrial Hygiene programs and developing strategic planning for global operations to improve employee safety and reduce environmental impacts. Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and/or Environmental Science. Engineering Degree preferred. Eight (8) years related experience, including three (3) years in Management.
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Samsung Austin Semiconductor, Austin, TX
Samsung Austin Semiconductor (SAS) is one of the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities in the United States. SAS produces logic components for tablets, smart phones, and other mobile devices. They are looking for a Senior EHS Manager to lead a team of 25 experienced professionals and drive world-class performance for our state of the art manufacturing site. Reporting to a Senior Director, this is a role that offers opportunity for growth, organizational influence and challenge. You will bring your leadership, stability, accountability, strong work ethic, focus on execution, ability to influence, crisis awareness and bias for action to an organization that supports and rewards these values. BS in engineering, chemistry, biology, industrial hygiene, safety or closely related field, 10+ years experience in EHS, with 5+ years managing an EHS team required. Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and 18001 preferred. CSP, CIH, CHMM or Professional Engineer certification is a plus.
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International Paper Corp., Memphis, TN
As a global leader in paper and packaging products, International Paper can partner with you to create solutions in any industry, anywhere we're needed. With the widest selection of writing and printing paper available, we offer everything you need to heighten the impact of your printed communications. They are looking for a Corporate EHS Leader. Key responsibilities include leading all corporate facilities (Memphis, Stamford, Boggy Slough, Hamilton Lake and Rocky Brook) environmental, health & safety initiatives working with Corporate Facilities' managers and take actions to drive effective and sustainable EHS programs focused on all injury and incident elimination. The position will also be responsible for providing required training, emergency response and incident investigation events. Qualifications required are a BS Degree in Safety or equivalent technical discipline, along with 5 to 9 years of direct experience in leading environmental, health, and safety within corporate or manufacturing environments.
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ISS Facility Services, Northern New Jersey or Eastern Pennsylvania
ISS Facility Services is currently seeking a Regional Manager, Health, Environmental & Safety (HSE) North America. The position will work closely with senior management and operations to ensure strategic initiatives are executed in order to meet or exceed HSE performance goals. In addition, the position is accountable for developing, implementing and maintaining effective processes for accounts. The position reports to the Corporate Director of HSE and relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. The ideal candidates will apply HSE principles and practices to develop, implement and manage HSE programs, policies and procedures. The position will develop HSE Systems and best practices to drive and create culture change. S/he will also partners with site leaders to ensure implementation of HSE programs and systems and integrates HSE into daily work procedures. Bachelor of Science degree is required. Specialization in Occupational Safety or Health, Safety Engineering, Safety Science, and Environmental Health is preferred. Minimum of 8 to 10 years' experience in developing and implementing HSE programs. Candidates with Professional Certifications (CSP, CHMM, etc.) are highly desirable.
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