Executive Brief • April 16, 2026
NAEM
“The earth does not belong to us. We belong to the earth.”
Chief Seattle (c. 1780~86 - 1866)
Leader of the Duwamish and Suquamish peoples
5 Ways Technology is Making Construction Sites Safer
Construction sites are complex operations, with plenty of moving people and parts. Being safe requires a coordinated team effort. Thankfully, new technologies can help build buy-in, demonstrate ROI, and show what’s possible with readily available tools.
EHS Today

Global Employee Engagement Continues Decline
Gallup's State of the Global Workplace report examines employee engagement trends, job market perceptions, and employee wellbeing in 2025. Here are a few of the most important findings.
Gallup

Using Digital EHS&S Tools to Increase Workforce Engagement
The linkage between an engaged workforce and EHS&S performance is not a soft management theory; it’s a statistically proven driver of enterprise resilience. Research shows that engagement acts as a multiplier for safety, compliance, and strategy execution.
NAEM’s GreenTie Blog

The US is Now Paying More Than Any Other Country for Climate Change Damage, Study Suggests
Despite being the biggest carbon emitter, the US is already paying a disproportionate price for the climate crisis.
BBC

Leveraging Analytics and AI to Drive More Sustainable Outcomes
The complexity of today's global supply chains and product portfolios has far outpaced the capabilities of traditional data management and reporting tools. AI-powered platforms are emerging as a critical enabler to connect disparate data sources, surface hidden sustainability insights, and embed green criteria directly into core business decision-making.
NAEM’s GreenTie Blog
 
2026 Research
The State of Artificial Intelligence in EHS and Sustainability
New Research Report:
The State of AI in EHS and Sustainability

Grounded in a quantitative benchmarking survey of EHS&S professionals, this research report explores how organizations are currently using AI, the primary drivers for adoption, where they are seeing success, and where challenges persist as they attempt to scale its use.
 
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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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2026 Conferences
EHS&S Women’s Leadership Conference
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

Construction Safety Professional
Environmental, Health & Safety Solutions, Inc.
Columbus, Ohio

Campus Fire Marshal
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas

Safety Officer – Behavioral Health
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, Texas