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The Top EHS Stories From March 2021

Did you miss March's top EHS stories?

We've assembled a list of 10 articles for you from EHS and global news outlets, industry leaders, and technology experts.

The 10 stories that made our list include a new ESG enforcement task force, the pandemic impact on sustainability efforts,, and more. 

U.S. Markets Regulator Deploys Team to Target Climate, ESG Misconduct [Reuters] The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has formed an enforcement task force to examine misconduct related to environmental, social and governance issues.  

More Than One in Four S&P 500 Companies Cited “ESG” on Earnings Calls for Q4 [FactSet Insight] This is the highest overall number of S&P 500 companies citing “ESG” on earnings calls going back at least 10 years.

Sustainability-Linked Bond Market to Swell up to $150 Billion: JPMorgan ESG DCM Head [Reuters] The market for bonds linked to companies meeting certain environmental goals could grow 20-fold this year as businesses look to tap into demand.

COVID-19 Impacts on Supply Chains, Sustainability and Climate Change [Deloitte] Among other things, the pandemic has accelerated investment in sustainable companies and industries that will be more resilient against future disruptions.

RCRA Requirements: Know the Facts, Avoid Hazardous Waste Penalties [EHS Daily Advisor] The first step in properly managing hazardous waste is to know your federal hazardous waste generator classification and, based on that, develop a clear understanding of applicable regulations. 

Ready or Not, the Pandemic Informed ESG Trends for 2021, Including Stronger Board Management [Environment + Energy Leader] The pandemic highlighted how ready (or not) companies are in terms of addressing risk and climate change, according to research from S&P. 

Running Against the Wind [EHS Today] Now more than ever, companies need to ensure that employee mental health is a top priority. 

PPE for Women: Why Fit Matters [Occupational Health & Safety] Fastenal Safety Product Development Manager Makenzie Hoffman discusses personal protective equipment for women and why finding the right fit matters.

Is Harmonization of Reporting Standards Possible or Even Desirable? [GreenBiz] A universal sustainability reporting standard would simplify reporting and comparison, but could reduce relevance and disincentivize companies to differentiate themselves on the basis of sustainability. 

How Will the Biden Environmental Policy Affect the EHS Function? [Perillon] No matter which side of the aisle you’re on, understanding the new administration's environmental policy will be essential to strategic planning in 2021 and beyond. 

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