ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
ISO 14001:2015 is an international standard that specifies requirements for an environmental management systems (EMS). ISO 14001:2015 helps organizations establish and implement an effective EMS to manage their environmental responsibilities in a systematic manner.
| Purpose | The primary purpose of ISO 14001:2015 is to provide a framework for organizations to develop and implement policies, objectives, and actions to address environmental concerns and impacts. It aims to help organizations improve their environmental performance while achieving operational and strategic goals. |
| Applicability | ISO 14001:2015 is applicable to any organization, regardless of its size, type, or industry. It is designed to be flexible and adaptable to various sectors, including manufacturing, service-oriented organization, profitable, non-profitable, govt. organization, construction, healthcare, and more. |
| Requirements | The standard outlines specific requirements that organizations must fulfill to establish and maintain an effective EMS. These requirements include: -Understanding the organization’s environmental context, including external and internal factors that can affect environmental performance. -Identifying environmental aspects and associated impacts of the organization’s activities, products, and services. -Establishing environmental objectives and targets to address significant environmental aspects. -Implementing operational controls to manage environmental impacts and prevent pollution. -Monitoring and measuring environmental performance through defined indicators. -Conducting periodic evaluations and reviews to ensure continual improvement of the EMS. Process Approach: Similar to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 promotes a process-based approach to environmental management. It encourages organizations to identify key environmental processes, define responsibilities, and establish controls to achieve environmental objectives. |
| Benefits | Implementing ISO 14001:2015 brings several benefits to organizations, including: -Improved environmental performance and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. -Enhanced resource efficiency and waste reduction. -Reduced environmental risks and liabilities. -Cost savings through improved operational efficiency and resource management. -Enhanced reputation and credibility with stakeholders, customers, and the public. In summary, ISO 14001:2015 provides a structured framework for organizations to establish and continuously improve their environmental management capabilities. By adopting ISO 14001:2015, organizations can effectively manage environmental risks, improve resource efficiency, and demonstrate leadership in environmental sustainability. |
Why 14001:2015 Certification?
ISO 14001:2015 is chosen by organizations for several important reasons, primarily related to environmental management and sustainability. Implementing ISO 14001:2015 demonstrates a commitment to responsible environmental practices and offers tangible benefits to organizations. Here are key reasons why organizations choose ISO 14001:2015:
Compliance with Legal and Regulatory Requirements, Improved Environmental Performance, Enhanced Reputation and Credibility, Risk Management, Stakeholder Expectations, Cost Savings and Efficiency, Competitive Advantage, Integration with Other Management Systems, Continual Improvement
In summary, organizations choose ISO 14001:2015 to manage environmental risks, improve performance, enhance reputation, and achieve sustainable business practices. The standard provides a structured approach to environmental management that aligns with global best practices and contributes to long-term organizational success and environmental stewardship.
How THIRD EYE can help organizations?
THIRD EYE has been associated with KBS CERTIFICATION SERVICES LTD., a leading Certification Body, to offer ISO certification in management systems under JAS-ANZ accreditation.
Our services now include ISO 9001:2015 (QMS), ISO 14001:2015 (EMS), ISO 45001:2018 (OHSMS), ISO 50001:2018 (EnMS), and ISO 27001:2022 (ISMS), setting a new benchmark for excellence in Bangladesh.
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