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The Top EHS Stories From November 2020

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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 the 2020 election, COVID-19 vaccines, tech trends to watch in 2021, and more.

Trump Slams Global Climate Agreement Biden Intends to Rejoin [Associated Press]

No matter which candidate you voted for, one thing is clear: the results of THE 2020 election will have a profound impact on U.S. environmental and climate policy over the next four years.

Can Employers Make Workers Get Vaccinated for COVID-19? What Lawyers Say [Business Insider]

With a COVID-19 vaccine on the horizon, many employers are wondering if they can make a vaccination mandatory. Here’s what six lawyers are telling their clients.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, 5G and IoT will be the Most Important Technologies in 2021 [IoT Business News]

Technology adoption will be a critical factory in the COVID-19 recovery.

OSHA Reveals COVID-19 Enforcement Priorities [EHS Today]

The agency also issue new guidance regarding ventilation standards employers should adopt for their workspaces.

Biden Names Climate Statesman John Kerry as Climate Envoy [Associated Press]

Biden has named the senator and former secretary of state as climate envoy for national security.

OSHA Says Face Coverings Not Considered PPE Under Its Standard [EHS Daily Advisor]

The agency continues to encourage workers to wear face coverings when in close contact with others.

You Say Old Coal Plant, I Say New Green Hydrogen Facility [GreenBiz]

Utilities are reimagining old coal-fired power plants to create new jobs and produce low-cost, zero-GHG energy.

Skills Gap Poses Threat to Executives In Terms of Climate-Related Risks, Survey Suggests [Environment + Energy Leader]

Nearly two-thirds of senior decision makers believe their company’s management must improve its skill set to deal with climate risks.

Storytelling Around ESG: How to Amplify Value Creation [PR Week]

The future of sustainability reporting should not just be about traditional row and column reports, it's about new ways of communicating information to make sustainability information more transparent and derive maximum value for stakeholders.

8 Fun Ways to Stay Connected When Working Remotely [Perillon]

As many safety leaders find themselves working remotely, maintaining a strong safety presence and staying connected with employees and colleagues is a challenge. The good news is there are more ways than ever for remote workers to keep in touch.

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