Executive Brief • April 2, 2026
NAEM
"The forests are the flags of nature."
Enos A. Mills (1870 – 1922)
Naturalist and author
Early CSRD Filings Reveal How Mandatory EU Disclosure Is Reshaping Corporate Sustainability Reporting
Analysis of more than 1,100 early Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive filings shows sustainability disclosures becoming roughly 30% longer and far more standardized.
ESG News

5 Essential Lone Worker Training Programs That Prevent Injuries and Save Lives
Because of the very nature of their jobs, lone workers need additional training to stay safe. Here are five areas to focus on.
EHS Today

AI in EHS&S: Seismic Shifts and Untapped Opportunities
AI has crossed a threshold. It can now do something that was impossible even three years ago: shift compliance from a reactive function (did we file on time?) to a predictive one (where are we likely to fail, and when?). For EHS teams already stretched thin, this shift isn't just an innovation story, it’s about succeeding into the future.
NAEM's GreenTie Blog

Is the Debate About the Financial Value of Sustainability Over?
A comprehensive review of 640 studies found that sustainability can materially improve financial performance, including profitability, valuation, and productivity.
World Economic Forum

Heat Stress and Older Workers: Addressing the Safety Gap
As heatwaves become more frequent and intense globally, protecting workers from heat stress, especially older adults, is a critical priority. Here's how to foster a safer working environment
Open Access Government

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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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.
 
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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
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NAEM
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