An Environmental Management System (EMS) is a framework that helps an organization achieve its environmental goals through consistent review, evaluation, and improvement of its environmental performance. The assumption is that this consistent review and evaluation will identify opportunities for improving and implementing the environmental performance of the organization.
The most commonly used for EMS is ISO 14001 standard.
Benefits of ISO 14001
ISO 14001 drives protection of environment and help organizations:
- Reduce costs and increase profit through reduced waste and energy, reuse and recycle through 3R concept.
- Optimize use of resources (electrical, water and materials).
- Reduce costs as a result of potential lower insurance rates.
- Increase competitiveness.
- Environmentally responsible and commitment to environment protection.
- Boost company’s public image.
- Cost saving through improved efficiency and productivity.