Executive Brief • September 5, 2024
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American poet, essayist, and journalist
Common Workplace Accidents Result in Costliest Claims
After examining 1.2 million workers compensation claims from 2017 to 2021, a new survey from Travelers finds slips, trips, and falls at the top of claims.
EHS Today

Climate Disclosures Decoded: An Overview of Key Reporting Standards
At FORUM24, Jami Patrick, VP of Sustainability and Climate at Montrose Environmental, will moderate a discussion with industry leaders on preparing for climate-related disclosures. To get ready for this discussion, let’s take a look at some of the new and proposed climate disclosure regulations currently in play.
NAEM's GreenTie Blog, sponsored by Montrose Environmental

Hailstones May Get Bigger as the Climate Warms — Bringing Higher Insurance Costs
Hail has caused higher damage costs in the U.S. this year than hurricanes and floods put together. Research suggests climate change will make hailstones larger.
NBC News

The Continuously Changing Landscape of TRI Reporting
The list of TRI-reportable chemicals will continue to grow as the EPA adds not only PFAS but also other chemicals and chemical groups based on scientific research, the results of internal EPA reviews, and chemical petitions as they become available.
NAEM's GreenTie Blog, sponsored by VelocityEHS

Food Brands and Investors Scramble to Stave Off Risk of Stranded Assets
The food system is big business, but a significant – and growing – chunk of that business is at risk from the impacts of climate change. At the same time, it is also a major contributor to planet-warming emissions, particularly methane.
Reuters

HEICO's Safety Revolution: AI-Driven Success with Benchmark Gensuite
Workplace safety is a top priority for HEICO, a company managing over 70 manufacturing, construction, and industrial services businesses. With operations in 19 countries, ensuring safety across such a diverse and widespread organization is a significant challenge. HEICO partnered with Benchmark Gensuite to find a comprehensive solution to minimize risks and prevent potentially serious incidents.
NAEM's GreenTie Blog, sponsored by Benchmark Gensuite
 
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FORUM24 | EHS & Sustainability Management Forum
FORUM24 | EHS & Sustainability Management Forum
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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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