Executive Brief • March 19, 2026
NAEM
"Great necessities call out great virtues."
Abigail Adams (1744 – 1818)
Former first and second lady of the United States
90% of Companies No Longer in CSRD Scope Plan to Maintain, Expand Sustainability Reporting: Survey
Companies cited a range of benefits from their reporting activities beyond compliance, and most said sustainability data is already integrated into their corporate reporting infrastructure, according to a new survey.
ESG Today

The Hidden Dangers of Risk Normalization: Lessons from a Desert Motorcycle Ride
Risk normalization occurs when repeated safe experiences lead workers to underestimate hazards, increasing the likelihood of accidents.
EHS Today

Species Slowdown: Is Nature’s Ability to Self-Repair Stalling?
When scientists recently analyzed hundreds of studies of ecosystems, they were surprised to see a marked slowing in the rate of species turnover. If new species don’t replace old ones, they say, ecosystems may have less flexibility to respond to habitat loss and climate change.
Yale Environment 360

Twelve Women Carrying the Flame for Climate Action Despite the Headwinds
We asked all the trailblazers, chosen from the fields of policy, finance, business, and activism, to tell us some of the biggest challenges and opportunities they see in the climate space, particularly for women.
Reuters

OSHA Launches ‘Safety Champions’ Initiative
New federal guidelines offer a three-step roadmap for workplace safety, though experts suggest weighing participation against enforcement risks.
EHSLeaders
NAEM Research
Survey: The State of Artificial Intelligence
Survey: The State of AI in EHS & Sustainability
Deadline: March 27, 2026

Share your experience using AI by taking this 10-minute survey. The goal of this quantitative research is to examine how EHS&S professionals are utilizing AI, barriers to its integration, and the effectiveness of outcomes. As a thank you, you’ll be the first to receive the published survey report if you share your contact information with NAEM.
 
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2026 Webinars
Regulatory Resiliency: A Framework for Maintaining Operations & Compliance
Regulatory Resiliency: A Framework for Maintaining Operations & Compliance
May 12, 2026
2:00 - 3:00 PM ET
Free for members, $99 for non-members

This webinar will explore the concept of “de-regulation” and its implications for compliance strategies, while introducing the framework of Regulatory Resiliency—the ability to maintain operational and compliance integrity despite shifting regulatory landscapes.
 
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NAEM Regional Events
AI in Action: Real Applications for EHS & Sustainability Leaders
AI in Action: Real Applications for EHS & Sustainability Leaders
Cleveland, Ohio (In-Person)
March 25, 2026 | 8:00 - 10:30 AM EST

Join us for a local breakfast networking event hosted by Avery Dennison, Dix & Eaton, and Haley & Aldrich focused on the rapidly evolving role of AI in EHS and Sustainability management.
 
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2026 Conferences
OPEX/TECH26 Conference
OPEX/TECH26 Conference
EHS&S Operations, Data and Technology
April 14 - 16, 2026
St. Petersburg, Florida

Strengthen your systems, strategies, and tech stack to achieve new levels of EHS and Sustainability performance at OPEX/TECH26.

💲 Advance Rate Ends Friday (Save $200)
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 BOGO Registration Offer Ends Monday*
🏨 Hotel Discount Ends Monday

 
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*BOGO offer only available for "in-house" EHS&S professionals. Service providers and consultants are not eligible for the BOGO offer and also cannot use the complimentary registrations in-house EHS&S professionals receive. Service providers and consultants may attend through sponsorship.
WOMENLEAD26
EHS&S Women’s Leadership Conference
July 28 - 30, 2026
Austin, Texas

WOMENLEAD26 provides a unique opportunity to connect with women across the EHS and Sustainability profession to share insights, discuss challenges, and strengthen their effectiveness.
 
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EHS&S Job Opportunities
Director of Educational Programs, Corporate EHS & Sustainability Management
NAEM
Washington, D.C. Metro area

Director of Environmental Health Services
The County of San Mateo
Redwood City, California

Director, Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination
Fairfax County
Fairfax, Virginia

Safety Specialist - Operations and Construction
The City of Naperville
Naperville, Illinois