Executive Brief • February 8, 2024
NAEM
“If there is no struggle, there is no progress.”
Frederick Douglass (1817- 1895)
American Abolitionist and Orator
EPA Proposes Some ‘Forever Chemicals’ Be Considered
The US Environmental Protection Agency is proposing that it will label nine of the thousands of PFAS “forever chemicals” as hazardous.
CNN

9 Ways HR Leaders Can Embrace the ‘Opportunity of Uncertainty
HR leaders face a barrage of uncertainty as we settle into 2024, from a potential recession to a presidential election that may spur louder employee activism. And, of course, there is the constant question of whether employers or employees have the upper hand in the labor market.
Human Resource Executive

Seven Sustainability Trends to Watch in 2024
Anti-ESG sentiment led to “greenhushing” in 2023, even as the planet experienced its hottest year on record. What’s next?
Andrew Winston at MIT Sloan Management Review

EHS & Sustainability Professionals Going Beyond Compliance
As the NAEM Board of Directors begins a new term, I wanted to take a few moments to reflect on where we are as a profession. And as the new Chair of the Board, I will work to ensure that NAEM continues to develop best-in-class programs and deliver value to our members and organizations that they support.
NAEM’s Greentie Blog article by, Nicole Wilkinson
 
How Regulation is Shaping the Future of ESG Ratings and Sustainable Investments
A transformative wave of financial reporting regulations is reshaping the landscape of ESG ratings, challenging companies to move beyond superficial commitments.
Institute for Management Development

Safety Best Practices to Implement in the Year Ahead
To improve safety, companies need to emphasize leading indicators over lagging indicators.
EHS Today
2024 Webinars
Operationalizing Sustainability Through EHS Management Systems
Operationalizing Sustainability Through EHS Management Systems
February 20, 2024
Cost: Free for members; $99 for non-members

This case study webinar explores DuPont’s ISO & ESG journey and how they utilized a management system approach to help achieve their ESG goals.
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 Integrating EHS into Sustainability Strategy and Reporting
Integrating EHS into Sustainability Strategy and Reporting
March 5, 2024
Cost: Free for members; $99 for non-members

Join this webinar to understand how companies are integrating their current EHS/HSE programs into new Sustainability/ESG strategies and reporting frameworks, especially in light of new legislative requirements.
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Solar Energy Feasibility Assessments: One Company's Solar Journey
Solar Energy Feasibility Assessments: One Company's Solar Journey
April 2, 2024
Cost: Free for members; $99 for non-members

This webinar will help you overcome hesitation and fast track solar energy projects with tools and approaches to save you time and money when screening and evaluating sites for solar energy. Ready to streamline your solar energy adoption? Don’t miss this case study.
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EHS Best Practices: Digitizing Your Chemical Inventory Tracking
EHS Best Practices: Digitizing Your Chemical Inventory Tracking
May 21, 2024
Cost: Free for members; $99 for non-members

Join this webinar for guidance on streamlining inventory tracking.
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2024 EHS & Sustainability Events
 OPEX24 | EHS Operational Excellence Conference
OPEX24 | EHS Operational Excellence Conference
March 20 - March 21, 2024
EARLY BIRD RATE ENDS TOMORROW 2/9/24

Virtual

Are you looking for new ideas to ensure that your company has strong EHS management systems in place? Attend this conference for leading practices to reduce risk, embed compliance and EHS into business culture and reach new levels of EHS operational excellence.
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TECH24 | EHS + ESG Data & Reporting Conference
TECH24 | EHS + ESG Data & Reporting Conference
April 30 - May 2, 2024
Alexandria, Virginia

Learn how companies are operationalizing their digital strategies, integrating technology systems, harmonizing reporting approaches, and discovering best practices for emissions data management and reporting. This is the event you won’t want to miss to find a wide range of software and technology solutions all in one place.
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WOMENLEAD24 | EHS&S Women’s Leadership Conference
WOMENLEAD24 | EHS&S Women’s Leadership Conference
July 23 - July 25, 2024
Providence, Rhode Island

NAEM's EHS&S Women’s Leadership conference empowers women working in corporate EHS & Sustainability become better business leaders, communicators and influencers to advance their career and business objectives.
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IMPACT24 | Sustainability Impact Series: Circularity and Waste Reduction Best Practices and Innovations
IMPACT24 | Sustainability Impact Series: Circularity and Waste Reduction Best Practices and Innovations
September 18, 2024
Virtual

This virtual one-day event uniquely offers tools for business leaders who have the responsibility for overseeing and executing their organization’s sustainability strategies. Learn the most impactful practices from sustainability leaders who have successfully gotten buy-in from senior leaders, engaged internal stakeholders, and overcome key management challenges.
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EHS&S Job Opportunities
Environmental Health and Safety Manager
EcoLab Inc.
Fresno, Texas

Senior EHS Specialist
GAF Materials Corp.
Fontana, California

Senior Health & Safety Consultant
Antea Group
Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Director of Risk Management & EHS
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa

Senior Environmental/EHS Specialist
Danone
Mt. Crawford, Virginia