87 Major Companies Lead the Way Towards a 1.5°C Future at UN Climate Action Summit
87 major companies — with a combined market capitalization of over US$2.3 trillion and annual direct emissions equivalent to 73 coal-fired power plants — are taking action to align their businesses with what scientists say is needed to limit the worst impacts of climate change.
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United Nations
Jeff Bezos Unveils Amazon's Sweeping Plan to Address Climate Change
As part of the announcement, Amazon has agreed to purchase 100,000 electric delivery vans.
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NBC News
Corporations Step Up Climate Action as Government Policies Stall
Although the United Nations' effort to extract new climate-change commitments from world leaders stalled, a substantial number of companies stepped up this week with large commitments to curb global warming.
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Washington Post
The Science is Clear. The Public is Ready. The Time for Climate Action is Now.
It's time to break through the traditional conversation about the costs and limitations. It's time to think differently about business value. It's time to align our resources to invest in the shared imperative of saving life as we know it on earth.
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NAEM's GreenTie Blog
The Past, Present and Future of Climate Change
Replacing the fossil-fuel technology that is reshaping the climate remains a massive task.
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The Economist
More Companies Than Ever Committed to Ambitious Climate Action at Climate Week NYC
Almost 300 multinationals across every major sector are now committed to action, representing US $5.5 trillion in combined revenue, with operations in more than 140 markets and more than 16 million employees — almost double the workforce of New York State.
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The Climate Group
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5 Things to Consider in the Age of Machine Data
Industry 4.0 is accelerating the rise of the “smart factory.” Through the IoT, cyber-physical systems will communicate with each other and with humans more often. This will greatly increase the amount of machine-generated data. Consider these five things to prepare for the high use of machine data in EHS, Risk Management and Sustainability programs.
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Sponsored by Enablon
FLASH REPORT: 60% of Russell 1000® Are Publishing Sustainability Reports, G&A Institute’s 2018 Inaugural Benchmark Study Shows
G&A Institute’s research team determined that 60% of the companies included in the Russell 1000® published sustainability reports in 2018. Learn more about the results of G&A’s inaugural study on sustainability reporting trends.
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Sponsored by G&A Institute
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2019 EHS&S Management Forum
October 15-18, 2019
Toronto, Canada
Only 2 1/2 weeks away!
This year's EHS & Sustainability Management Forum has the tools you need to combat climate-related issues. With over 90 industry leader speakers, you'll learn how companies are preparing for climate-related events, moving toward zero waste and planning for a sustainable future.
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Senior Principal, EHS
Abbott; Abbott Park, Illinois
This Senior Principal EHS advisor will lead key environmental programs that include environmental due diligence related to acquisition and divestitures, environmental remediation, waste management as well as supporting roles in environmental sustainability strategy and performance including trends and benchmarking analysis and external reporting. This working specialist will apply strong technical knowledge and skills to perform data analysis, interpret results, develop strategy and implement actions within area of responsibilities as well as play a strong supporting role across Abbott’s environmental and sustainability programs. This person must be able to distill complex technical issues into clear and concise communications to senior leaders. Candidates for this position must have strong technical / science skills with understanding of treatment technologies, environmental reporting, data systems and methodologies. The person must keep abreast of current EHS trends and practices and be a visionary for improving current processes, making them more efficient and effective to prepare Abbott for the future. A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or related field is required along with 8+ years of direct experience in environmental due diligence, remediation and waste management. Advanced degree and certifications in environmental management a plus. Apply online or contact donnie.lewis@abbott.com for more information.
Site EHS Manager
Amazon.com Inc,; Jefferson, Georgia
Amazon is an American multinational technology company based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. They are looking for a Site EHS Manager who will be responsible for partnering with a site operations team in a Fulfillment Center to execute company policies and ensure compliance to all applicable local and regional regulations. By leveraging lean principles and kaizens, the ideal candidate will lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce conditional and ergonomic risk in our processes to ensure a safe and healthful working environment for our Associates. A successful Site EHS manager will demonstrate the ability to build trust and confidence with the Operations Team and inspire change through providing comprehensive risk assessments and data analysis. Bachelor’s degree in , environmental, ergonomics or a related field is required along with 3+ years of growing responsibilities in and/or environmental programs in manufacturing, production, or service operations. Master’s degree preferred. Distribution Center or Manufacturing experience with mix of exempt and non-exempt employees at a site of at least 250 people preferred.
Director of Risk Management
Liberty Diversified International Inc.; Minneapolis, Minnesota
Liberty Diversified is a family of companies specializing in corrugated fiberboard, office furnishings, plastics, metal machining and fabrication, fiber recycling and health care. They are looking for an EHS Director. As the Director of Risk Management, you will develop, recommend and administer risk management and loss prevention programs to maintain maximum protection of the organization’s assets. This full-time position reports directly to the VP & General Counsel. A Bachelor’s degree along with 10+ years experience is required. ARM preferred. RM/I preferred. Apply online or contact Marc Juaire with questions.
Senior Regional EHS Manager
Amazon Inc.; Flexible on location
Amazon is an American multinational technology company based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. They are looking for a Senior Regional Manager of EHS will be responsible for partnering with a regional operations team in Fresh/Prime to execute company EHS policies and ensure compliance to all applicable local and regional regulations. By leveraging lean principles and kaizens, this individual will lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce conditional and ergonomic risk in our processes to ensure a safe and healthful working environment for our Associates. The Senior Manager of EHS will be responsible to lead a team of EHS Managers in their region. This individual must create and execute leadership development plans for their EHS Managers and EHS Associates on their team. B.S./B.A. in EHS, environmental, ergonomics or a related field is required along with 8+ years of increasing responsibilities in managing regional managers of EHS and/or environmental programs in manufacturing, production, or service operations. Experience implementing lean principles and process improvement in an operational environment. 60% travel. M.A. preferred. Certifications preferred.
Senior EHS Manager, Engineering
Polaris Industries Inc.; Wyoming, Minnesota
Polaris Industries is an American manufacturer of motorcycles, snowmobiles, ATV, and neighborhood electric vehicles. They are looking for an EHS Manager who will be responsible for leading Environmental, Health & Safety Compliance across Polaris's Global Engineering organization. This position has primary responsibility for applying environmental, health and safety standards and risk reduction processes within Polaris's product design and engineering facilities. This leadership position will be a member of the Corporate EHS&S organization with reporting responsibilities to Polaris's Vice President of Environment, Health, Safety, Security & Facilities and Polaris's Chief Technology Officer. The Sr EHS Engineering Manager will be a resource for product development engineers and key business stakeholders across the global organization to ensure that engineered systems provide acceptable levels ofoccupational health and safety. The individual in this rolemust demonstrate strong problem solving, hazard recognition and influencing skills. A Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering or related field is required along with 8-10 years of experience in industrial health and safety and 5+ years managing the health and safety function in a fast-paced, complex manufacturing environment. Master's degree strongly preferred. 40% travel.
Senior Director of EHS
Global Manufacturing Leader; Flexible on location
A Global Manufacturing Leader is recruiting for the top EHS/HSE role in the company that will be responsible for all EHS activities. The ideal candidate will have experience developing and leading an overall EHS/HSE program at the Corporate and/or Business Unit level. Experience with multiple sites and multiple direct and indirect reports is required. Ability to evaluate existing programs and develop continuous improvement programs for future. Must have the communication and leadership skills require to sell strategic vision to Corporate Leadership. Bachelor’s Degree is required, Certifications are preferred (CSP CIH CHMM PE etc). Candidates should have a minimum of 15+ years overall experience with at least 5 in a multi-site managerial leadership role. 75% travel.
EHS Division Director
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory; Berkeley, California
Berkeley Lab addresses the world’s most urgent scientific challenges by advancing sustainable energy, protecting human health, creating new materials, and revealing the origin and fate of the universe. They are seeking a results-driven Environmental, Health & Safety Division Director to lead the Lab’s EH&S Division and serve as a key member of the Laboratory Operations Leadership Team. As a leading stakeholder and collaborator with the research and development community, this critical role is responsible for providing leadership, technical direction, strategic oversight, and policy development that enables line management to maintain a safe workplace environment, promotes safety as an institutional core value, and ensures that Berkeley Lab’s scientific and technical research activities are conducted in compliance with applicable policies and regulations. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer/Deputy Lab Director, the EH&S Division Director will also actively support Lab-wide initiatives, especially our responsible stewardship of the Lab’s research, people and assets, and promote our values of diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as safety and security across the Lab. A Bachelors’ degree and 10+ years of progressive experience in a related EH&S discipline or engineering field, and/or equivalent experience and education is required along with a minimum of 5 years in an operational management role in a research environment, preferably leading an EH&S or scientific organization. Advanced degree preferred. CIH, CSP, CHP, PE preferred.
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