"Attention is the rarest and purest form of generosity."
Simone Weil, (1909 – 1943)
French philosopher
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How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming how Companies Manage EHS
When it comes to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, in particular, the EHS industry is ripe for disruption. AI uses ML to develop an algorithm to help computers identify new patterns in data and solve problems. Once trained, the machine is able to handle unfamiliar tasks and find solutions in seconds versus days or weeks.
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NAEM’s Green Tie Blog
U.S. Carbon Emissions Surged in 2018 Even as Coal Plants Closed
America’s carbon dioxide emissions rose by 3.4% in 2018, the biggest increase in eight years, according to a preliminary estimate. Strikingly, the sharp uptick occurred even as a near-record number of coal plants around the United States retired last year.
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The New York Times
PG&E Warned Investors About Disasters. It Was Mostly Ignored
PG&E hadn’t hidden its vulnerability to the effects of climate change. Their former CEO, who left this weekend, had consistently argued that California’s concerns from fires went well beyond PG&E, describing the blazes as “climate driven extreme weather” in an earnings call last summer.
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Bloomberg
Disaster Planning Should Include Employment Laws
There are many manuals and publications about what companies should do to plan for natural and manmade disasters, from preparing for infrastructure disruptions to communicating with employees and the public. Additionally, while adhering to the law and following the steps outlined in any disaster plan, management must keep in mind the high human costs borne by many of their employees.
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EHS Today
Make Sure Morale Doesn’t Suffer When a Favorite Team Member Leaves
When a favorite team member resigns - someone the rest of the team loves working with - your role as a manager becomes more complicated. The social fabric of your team can unravel if you don’t manage the situation with care.
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Harvard Business Review
Intellectual Humility: The Importance Of Knowing You Might Be Wrong
Why it’s so hard to see our own ignorance, and what to do about it.
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Vox
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2019 EHS & Sustainability Software Survey
Publishes March 2019
Survey closes 1/25/19
Do you currently have an EHS&S software system and you are thinking of replacing it? What do you wish your software system could do and what features are worth the investment? Share your feedback in NAEM's Software Survey and you'll receive your own copy of the report when it comes out. The report will help you make more informed decisions during your software purchasing journey.
Take the survey to be entered to win a free registration to a 2019 NAEM conference.
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2019 EHS&S Salary Survey
Publishes Spring 2019
Survey closes 1/27/19
Brought to you by NAEM and EHSCareers
Are you looking for salary data to expand your department? Are you wondering what your compensation package is compared to other Environmental, Health, Safety and Sustainability (EHS&S) staff with similar credentials?
NAEM has partnered with EHSCareers to continue to document salaries of EHS&S professionals. Participate in the survey today, and receive your own FREE copy of the report this spring!
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Results from the 2019 EHS&S Salary Survey
March 7, 2019
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
How much do EHS&S managers earn, and what variables affect compensation? In partnership with EHS Careers, NAEM will present its 2019 Salary Survey results, featuring detailed analyses of the effects of education, certifications, career stage and industry.
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Software, Technology & Innovation Showcase
March 12 - March 14, 2019
New Orleans, Louisiana
Register today to save $100 off registration. Hurry, advanced registration rates end 2/15/19!
Check out the latest EHS&S innovations, explore over 30 EHS&S software systems in location, and learn new ways to use software and technology to enhance your EHS&S programs.
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EHS Operational Excellence Conference
May 14 - May 16, 2019
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Are you looking for new ideas to ensure that your company has strong EHS management systems in place? Learn leading practices to reduce risk, embed compliance into business culture and reach new levels of EHS operational excellence.
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2019 Annual Member Meeting
Thursday, January 24, 2019
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (EST)
For NAEM Members only.
Hear from NAEM about highlights from the past year as well as 2019 plans for new networking, benchmarking and learning opportunities.
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Sustainability Communications Manager
Advance Auto Parts Inc.; Raleigh, North Carolina
Advance Auto Parts is a retailer of automotive parts and accessories in the United States headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. The Sustainability Manager plays a critical role in the development and execution of the company’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) focused communications that impact Advance’s reputation and is responsible for developing, executing and project managing the external and internal communication efforts to support Advance’s broader ESG program. You will work closely with senior leaders and other business partners to develop a communication program and deliverables that support the company’s ESG efforts while aligning with Advance’s Vision, Mission and overall communication objectivesand also provide communication support for select corporate function(s). A Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, Public Relations or a related discipline is required along with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in communications field. Experience in ESG, sustainability and/or CSR-focused communication efforts is a must along with a strong understanding of the core ESG issues related to the retail industry (experience with automotive and/or the automotive aftermarket industry is ideal).
Senior EHSSS Coordinator
Xylem Inc.; Morton Grove, Illinois
Xylem is a leading global water technology company committed to developing innovative technology solutions to the world’s water challenges. Xylem seeks to hire a Senior EHSSS Coordinator. This position leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of critical safety and environmental process and procedures in order to achieve a zero-injury and NOV environment. The candidate provides leadership and applies technical abilities to engage employees at all levels of the organization in order to sustain world-class safety and environmental processes. The position is involved in machine safety to ensure that production is efficient and reliable systems are simple to operate. Responsibilities include development, implement, and ensure compliance in EHSSS, and developing and implementing required safety programs and supporting training including but not limited to Lock Out Tag Out, exposure control, Hazard communication, electrical safety, confined space, hazard assessment and PPE program. A Bachelor’s degree in any EHS technical sciences from an accredited school is required, along with a minimum of 7 years of experience in the field or in a related manufacturing environment.
Regional HSSE Manager
Genesis Energy LP; Pace, Florida
Genesis Energy is a growing midstream master limited partnership headquartered in Houston, Texas with operations primarily focused in the Gulf Coast region. Genesis provides midstream energy infrastructure and logistics services - to move product to market in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. The ideal candidate for EHS Manager will partner with Managers and Supervisors to ensure Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (HSSE) compliance and development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HSSE programs, procedures, systems, and initiatives and maintain a working knowledge of HSSE-related regulatory requirements including Process Safety Management (PSM). You will also ensure proper HSSE processes and procedures are implemented and records are maintained in area of responsibility. A Bachelor’s degree is required along with 5-10 years of experience. CSP/CIH a must. 40% travel.
Complex EHS Manager
International Paper Co.; Beaverton, Oregon
The International Paper Company is an American pulp and paper company, the largest such company in the world. The Complex Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager provides expertise, leadership, and direction in all areas regarding environmental safety and health systems to multiple facilities. The Complex EHS Manager position has a strong focus on environmental and will report to the plant Site Manager. Responsibilities Include, ensuring that all facilities are incompliance with applicable environmental, health and safety laws, regulations and corporate policy, and to certify to this requirement, developing, implementing and maintaining effective systems, procedures, and training to achieve and maintain an incident-free, injury free, and healthy workplace. You will also integrate continual environmental, health and safety improvements and employee diligence into daily operations. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required along with 4-8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with working with environmental, health and safety laws, regulations, and systems a must.
EHS Manager
ARC Technologies Inc., Amesbury, Massachusetts
ARC Technologies is the leading manufacturer of RF and EMI absorbing materials for defense and wireless applications worldwide. Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, this position will lead, in concert with the management team, the plants’ safety, health and environmental policies and practices by identifying and anticipating concerns and hazards; developing, documenting and enforcing policies, practices and procedures; and conducting studies and investigations to insure compliance. Essential responsibilities include facilitating compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, company EHS policies, all permit requirements, and oversight and/or submittal of required periodic reports to regulatory agencies and overseeing waste management practices, and developing and coordinating emergency response preparedness, response and plans. A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, environmental management, industrial safety, or related field is required along with excellent working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations and 10 years of experience in relevant industry such as chemical, pulp and paper, ethanol or refineries.
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