Executive Brief • August 22, 2024
NAEM
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George Washington Carver (c. 1864–1943)
American agricultural scientist and inventor
How Companies Can Use the Safety Pyramid to Improve Their Culture
The key to translating theory into action is a multipronged strategy to target bottom-of-pyramid incidents before they snowball.
EHS Today

The Intersection of EHS and Sustainability
EHS principles were originally implemented as a way to ensure regulatory compliance; in recent years, it has blossomed into so much more. Now, the field recognizes compliance is just the tip of the iceberg, and sustainability is woven into the very framework of key EHS principles.
NAEM's GreenTie Blog, sponsored by Triumvirate Environmental

When Will Climate Change Turn Life in the U.S. Upside Down?
Intensifying extreme weather events and an insurance crisis are likely to cause significant economic and political disruption in the U.S. sometime in the next 15 years.
Yale Climate Connections

Artificial Intelligence in EHS: 3 Myths and 3 Facts
Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used for EHS use cases, such as to deconstruct regulatory documents, perform risk assessments, and provide predictive analytics. But as is the case with new technology, AI in EHS is not immune from the hype and buzz that invariably accompany all groundbreaking innovations. This article explores three myths and corresponding facts about AI in EHS.
NAEM's GreenTie Blog, sponsored by Wolters Kluwer Enablon

The Recruitment Process Is More Digital Than Ever
To succeed, organizations must understand how recruiting has changed, refine their strategies to meet online job seekers’ expectations and behavior, and meet new standards for the recruitment process.
Gallup

Empowering EHS Professionals Through Mobile Technology – Lessons from Three Industry Leaders
The potential for mobile technology to transform EHS practices is immense, but its successful implementation hinges on choosing solutions that address specific challenges and deliver measurable results. Explore how three companies from different industries overcame significant EHS challenges by adopting mobile technology.
NAEM's GreenTie Blog, sponsored by KPA

The 'G' in ESG is Gaining More Shareholder Love than the 'E' or 'S'
Shareholders asked to approve new ESG policies are warming up to the "G" even as they continue withholding support for the "E" and "S."
Yahoo Finance
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NAEM's EHS & Sustainability Management Forum is the largest annual gathering for environment, health and safety, and sustainability (EHS&S) decision-makers. This annual conference is the premiere event dedicated to best practice-sharing for those developing and integrating strategic EHS and Sustainability programs within companies.
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