Many forward-thinking organizations – in fact, more than 400,000 globally - have taken significant steps towards improving their environmental performance by implementing an Environmental Management System (EMS) based on the internationally recognized BS EN ISO 14001 standard.
However, to truly achieve comprehensive environmental management, businesses must look beyond BS EN ISO 14001 and explore other opportunities for improved environmental performance.
This can be achieved through the implementation of other standards in the BS EN ISO 14000 series.
These standards provide organizations of all sizes invaluable tools to measure, manage, and reduce environmental impacts more systematically, thus enhancing the overall effectiveness of their environmental strategies.
While BS EN ISO 14001 forms the cornerstone of an effective EMS, incorporating other standards within the BS EN ISO 14000 series, such as BS EN ISO 14002-2 for water footprint measurement and BS EN ISO 14083 for emissions from transport, allows businesses to develop a more holistic and integrated approach to environmental governance.
By combining the strengths of these standards, businesses can identify interconnections between different environmental aspects, prioritize their efforts based on actual data, and develop more efficient and effective environmental management strategies.
This alignment not only enhances environmental performance but also promotes resource efficiency, cost savings, and a positive brand reputation in an increasingly sustainability-focused marketplace.
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Water scarcity and pollution have emerged as pressing global challenges, impacting businesses and communities alike. As freshwater resources diminish, it is essential for businesses to assess their water consumption and understand their water footprint.
BS EN ISO 14002-2, a standard within the BS EN ISO 14000 series, addresses this critical aspect by providing guidelines for measuring the water footprint of products, processes, or organizations.
By implementing BS EN ISO 14002-2, businesses can gain a comprehensive understanding of their water usage and identify areas for improvement. The standard enables them to calculate the direct and indirect water consumption throughout their supply chain, thus offering a clearer picture of their water-related impacts.
Armed with this information, organizations can develop targeted strategies to reduce water consumption, optimize water-intensive processes, and foster water stewardship initiatives in collaboration with stakeholders.
By including BS EN ISO 14002-2 as part of their environmental governance, businesses can demonstrate their commitment to sustainable water management, strengthen stakeholder trust, and bolster their resilience against water-related risks, ultimately contributing to the preservation of this precious resource for future generations.
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Transportation is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, making it a crucial aspect of any organization's environmental footprint.
BS EN ISO 14083, a standard within the BS EN ISO 14000 series, addresses this concern by providing guidelines for quantifying and reporting greenhouse gas emissions from transportation activities.
By adopting BS EN ISO 14083, businesses can establish a robust framework for measuring emissions from their transportation fleet, logistics operations, and business travel.
This standard enables organizations to calculate emissions across different transportation modes, including road, rail, air, and maritime, as well as consider upstream and downstream emissions associated with the transport activities.
By integrating BS EN ISO 14083 into their environmental management system, businesses can identify emission hotspots, set emission reduction targets, and implement targeted measures to improve the efficiency of their transportation operations. This, in turn, leads to cost savings, enhanced supply chain resilience, and a more sustainable and environmentally conscious image in the eyes of customers, investors, and regulatory bodies.
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