There remain unresolved questions as to how the Environmental Protection Agency will assess, prioritize and communicate about chemicals under the reformed Toxic Substances Control Act, writes Clark Hill's William Walsh in this article. "[R]ulemaking and the associated guidance development process will determine many of EPA's future actions," he writes. Product manufacturers - not just chemical manufacturers - need to pay close attention at this stage since critical risk determinations will largely be a function of the use of products containing these chemicals.

When you think of green buildings, you might imagine an office with floor-to-ceiling windows or a high-rise apartment with a green roof. A factory probably isn't the first thing that comes to mind, but all over the world, manufacturers are making a positive impact on their markets by building green. Members of the  LEED User Group: Industrial Facilities (LUGIF) are transforming the business-as-usual approach to production by focusing on operational efficiency and environmental stewardship as a way to promote social equity. Many have found success with LEED® certification as a mechanism to drive down costs and also embed their corporate social responsibility leadership into the building footprint. The latest  LEED in Motion: Industrial Facilities report is full of examples of how and why industrial facilities should and can use LEED to advance business goals in a way that supports the well-being of their workforce. Read the article.