ISO 14001 : 2015 is an internationally recognized standard for Environmental Management Systems (EMS) that provides a framework for organizations to manage their environmental responsibilities. The standard helps organizations to identify and control the environmental impact of their activities, products, or services, and to continuously improve their environmental performance.
The ISO 14001 : 2015 EMS requires organizations to establish and maintain a documented system that identifies, controls, and monitors their environmental aspects and impacts. It also requires organizations to set environmental objectives and targets, and to regularly review and evaluate their performance against these objectives.
The standard is applicable to organizations of all sizes and industries, including manufacturing companies, service providers, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. It can be used to manage environmental issues such as air emissions, water pollution, waste management, and resource conservation.
ISO 14001 : 2015 provides many benefits for organizations, including reduced environmental risks, improved compliance with environmental regulations, increased efficiency, and reduced costs. It also helps organizations to enhance their reputation with customers, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies by demonstrating their commitment to environmental sustainability.
Certification to ISO 14001 : 2015 is voluntary, but it can be a valuable asset for organizations that want to demonstrate their environmental credentials. Certification is provided by independent third-party organizations that assess an organization's EMS against the requirements of the standard.