ISO 14001
Environmental Management System
Companies are increasingly required to demonstrate that they take a proactive approach to environmental management. ISO 14001 certification supports you in managing your environmental impacts.
Public pressure and regulatory requirements are mounting for organisations to proactively promote sustainability. A systematic approach to environmental management is vital to respond to rapidly changing requirements, while ensuring complete transparency and accountability.
ISO 14001 certification can help your organisation achieve its environmental management objectives by increasing operational control and better integrating environmental considerations into business strategy. Environmental Management System audits can help your organisation gain a competitive advantage and enhance its reputation by improving the environmental impact of all areas of business.
KEY BENEFITS
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REDUCE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
by creating a culture of continual improvement
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INCREASE OPERATIONAL CONTROL
over the environmental aspects of your business
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ENHANCE CUSTOMER SATISFACTION AND DECISION-MAKING
by understanding environmental management risks and opportunities
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INTEGRATE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
into business strategy
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OPTIMISE THE PERFORMANCE
of your Environmental Management System
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SEAMLESSLY INTEGRATE
with complementary Environmental Management Systems due to High-Level Structure
Environmental management excellence a key component in strategic direction
The ISO 14001 standard requires greater commitment from top management, bringing environmental management into the heart of business governance. The ISO 14001 requirements emphasise proactive initiatives to boost environmental management performance, starting with a business-wide analysis of social and environmental impacts. The ISO 14001 Environmental Management System ensures all requirements are integrated into business processes, and all environmental management risks are identified throughout the product and service lifecycle.
Supporting the transition to a circular economy model
ISO 14001 certification encourages a lifecycle view of products and services. This helps to identify demand for new products, integrate circular economy principles into design and development, and assess the environmental impact of those products.
High-Level Structure creates synergy with other standards
ISO 14001 certification requirements follow the same High-Level Structure as other ISO management system standards, streamlining the implementation of several certification standards simultaneously. It also aligns with existing certification standards such as the International Labour organisation OSH Guidelines and ILO International Labour Standards and Conventions.