Sustainability

Phil Molé, ESG & EHS expert with VelocityEHS, recently wrote a blog, “Why Should ESG Matter to Me? Part One: EHS and Safety Managers.” In this blog he goes into detail about the important connections between safety management and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and why it should matter to EHS and Safety Managers. And […]

One of the biggest pain points when it comes to control of work for contractors and temporary workers is the amount of administrative work to verify that contractors coming on-site meet our stringent safety standards. From submitting required documentation and pre-qualification responses to completing worksite training and induction, it can take days, even weeks’ worth […]

Tracking the many safety and environmental compliance obligations related to widely applicable regulations is already a heavy responsibility for EHS professionals, so how can you get to working on the bigger picture—including gaining ESG maturity?   To move beyond compliance, you must develop programs and management systems that establish leading indicators and embed EHS into existing […]

The pressure to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) throughout the organization continues to grow. Whether you’re an EHS or sustainability professional, ESG should be on your radar if it’s not already. Why is ESG important? It’s important because it’s a framework that considers impacts on communities and the environment alongside financial considerations in the […]

Chicago (March 23, 2023) – VelocityEHS®, the global leader in enterprise EHS & ESG software solutions has announced a new partnership with Occupational and Industrial Health powerhouse  Fit For Work, a member of the Confluent Health family. The collaboration will enable all companies, no matter their size, industry, or level of program maturity, to operationalize […]

Download this checklist to learn six best practices every business leader should follow when implementing an ESG program.

By Naomi German, Associate Industrial Hygiene Consultant Though it may not feel like it yet, spring is coming…eventually…which means that it’s almost time to clean out closets, organize those boxes you’ve been ignoring all year and do some good old-fashioned spring cleaning. One thing you may have seen recently is the oddly satisfying, aesthetically pleasing act […]

There are many reasons to pursue an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) program. Mandatory GHG emission disclosures are looming, investors are increasing the pressure placed on companies to begin or strengthen ESG initiatives, employees are gravitating toward companies that focus on social and environmental responsibility; the list goes on. ESG is still new and making […]

EHS programs are living things that evolve over time. The early stages of EHS management tend to be more reactive, compliance focused, and functions are less integrated. As your EHS management system grows, it ideally assumes a more proactive, risk-focused approach. Each stage in maturing your EHS program builds the foundation needed to address the […]