Water security and workforce growth in Texas chemicals

Water security and workforce growth in Texas chemicals

In this podcast, Hector Rivero, president and CEO of TCC, joins Jeremy at the 2026 Texas Louisiana EHS Seminar and Industry Trade Show to discuss the issues shaping Texas chemical manufacturing. Rivero highlights water security, grid reliability, workforce development, environmental stewardship and the need for sound science in regulation. The conversation also explores how industry stakeholders are working together to support safe, sustainable and competitive operations across the Gulf Coast.

Driving faster workforce entry through integrated occupational health services

In this podcast, Tommy Hysler, M.D., MPH, FACOEM, with the Health and Safety Council, discusses how integrated occupational health services are helping industrial workers get site-ready faster, while improving overall safety and experience. Dr. Hysler explains the value of combining training, medical screening and compliance into a single streamlined process. The conversation also explores the role of telemedicine, mobile medical units and 24 hour care in supporting remote job sites across the U.S.

Driving workforce readiness through training and reciprocity

In this podcast, Marissa Myers, senior director of marketing at HASC, discusses how HASC is expanding workforce readiness solutions across Texas and Louisiana through integrated training, occupational health testing and screening services. She explains how the Link platform simplifies onboarding by giving users access to training records, screening information and roster management in one place. The conversation also highlights HASC’s Omni Screening program and the organization’s partnerships across the industrial sector to support reciprocity and improve workforce access to jobsites.

Improving respiratory safety and compliance on industrial job sites

In this podcast, Tom Ludwig of Bullard talks about the critical role of respiratory protection in maintaining safety and compliance across industrial job sites. Tom explains common gaps in how equipment is used in the field and why a complete system approach is essential for meeting OSHA requirements. He also highlights innovations in cooling technology, helmet design and digital tools that help improve worker comfort and performance in demanding environments.

How policy shifts are reshaping fuel markets and refinery investment decisions

In this podcast, Geoff Moody of AFPM joins Jeremy to discuss how recent EPA policy changes are influencing long-term investment strategies across the refining sector. Geoff explores regulatory certainty, permitting reform and the operational challenges tied to compliance and seasonal fuel transitions. The conversation also examines global market pressures, infrastructure needs and the growing energy demand driven by AI and data centers. Jeremy highlights how companies are balancing economic realities with evolving energy priorities.