Executive Brief • April 30, 2026
NAEM
"We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children."
Native American Proverb
Managing Heat Stress and Ergonomics in Summer 2026
Integrating thermal safety with ergonomic design is essential for combating rising temperatures and preventing musculoskeletal injuries among outdoor workers.
Occupational Health & Safety

EU Sustainability: State of Play — The Conclusion of the Sustainability Omnibus Process
The Sustainability Omnibus has led to substantive amendments to the EU CSRD, EU CSDDD, and EU Taxonomy. In this article, we give an overview of the impacted frameworks and key areas of change, then look at key obligations and concepts going forward, as well as next steps.
Latham & Watkins

Why Leaders Need “Power Skills”
Many leaders today face a gap between their skills and the evolving demands of leadership, especially in fostering trust, engagement, and innovation within teams. Mastery of power skills is essential for sustained leadership success beyond technical expertise. There are three ways leaders can build these essential skills.
Harvard Business Review

A More Troubling Picture of Sea Level Rise Is Coming into View
Scientists have uncovered a “blind spot” in the research on rising seas, revealing that tens of millions of people thought safe from coastal flooding are at risk of inundation. Across much of the world, sea levels are higher than previously assumed and land is sinking faster.
Yale University

Use Real Incidents as Teaching Tools Without Creating Fear or Blame
Learn how to turn safety moments into opportunities for growth and trust-building.
EHS Today

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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AI Adoption & Challenges in EHS&S
AI Adoption & Challenges in EHS&S
May 28, 2026
2:00 - 3:00 PM ET
Free courtesy of our research partners

Join AI thought-leaders for a discussion of key findings from NAEM’s new benchmark report, “The State of AI in EHS and Sustainability.” Focus areas will include AI adoption across 100+ organizations, common deployment challenges, and AI leadership as a strategic business opportunity for EHS&S.
 
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2026 Conferences
IMPACT26 | Revamping the Sustainability Value Proposition
IMPACT26 Virtual Conference
Revamping the Sustainability Value Proposition
June 10, 2026

Hear how your peers are leaning into their organizations’ strongest drivers for action to set and revise sustainability goals and shift communication efforts. You’ll also learn strategies for engaging different stakeholder groups in a way that is credible and effective.
 
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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 (In-person or remote)

Safety Manager, Construction
The Poole and Kent Corporation
Richmond, Virginia (On-site)

Asbestos Inspector / Asbestos Project Designer
Hydro-Environmental Technologies, Inc. (HETI)
Boston, Massachusetts (Hybrid)

Biosafety Manager
UCLA
Los Angeles, California (Hybrid)