Customers, regulators and investors expect organizations to demonstrate leadership and resilience in environmental responsibility.
Enter BS EN ISO 14001:2026 Environmental management systems requirements with guidance. This internationally recognized standard has undergone a revision that will transform how you manage environmental responsibilities and embed sustainability into your business strategy.
The revised standard is scheduled to publish in April 2026, but you can pre-order ISO/FDIS 14001:2026 today. By pre-ordering, you’ll receive the final draft immediately, giving you early access to the new requirements and guidance. When the final standard is published, your copy will arrive automatically at no extra cost.
BS EN ISO 14001 is the world’s most recognized environmental management standard, with over half a million organizations using it globally. It provides a comprehensive framework for establishing, maintaining and continually improving an Environmental Management System (EMS). It helps you:
Enhance environmental performance by reducing waste, emissions and resource use.
Meet compliance obligations and avoid costly penalties.
Achieve environmental objectives aligned with your organization’s strategy.
Strengthen brand reputation, helping you win tenders and attract environmentally conscious customers.
The standard applies to any organization, regardless of size or sector, and covers the environmental aspects of activities, products and services you can control or influence, considering a life cycle perspective.
BS EN ISO 14001 also aligns with key legislation and frameworks, including:
UK Environmental Protection Act and related regulations.
Global frameworks such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
By embedding BS EN ISO 14001 into your operations, you not only comply with legal requirements but also position your organization as a leader in sustainability and resilience.
But don’t just take our word for it. Discover how microbusiness LMS Highways has used ISO 14001 to deliver sustainable road solutions nationally, or how ISO 14001 is helping Warwickshire County Council (WCC) to define a framework for a more sustainable future.
International standards follow a periodical review cycle, typically every five to seven years, to ensure they remain relevant and effective.
The last major revision of BS EN ISO 14001 was in 2015. Since then, the environmental landscape has changed dramatically. Climate change, biodiversity loss and growing ESG expectations have reshaped how organizations manage sustainability.
This review was necessary to:
Address emerging environmental challenges such as climate resilience and supply chain transparency.
Align with evolving legislation and global frameworks including the EU Green Deal and UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Improve usability and integration with other management system standards like BS EN ISO 9001 and BS EN ISO 45001.
Respond to user feedback gathered through global surveys and ballots across 72 ISO member countries.
The revision ensures that BS EN ISO 14001 remains a practical tool for organizations of all sizes and sectors.
It introduces clearer guidance, stronger leadership accountability and better alignment with modern sustainability priorities. These changes make it easier for you to embed environmental management into everyday operations and demonstrate compliance to regulators and stakeholders.
Did you know that other management system standards are also undergoing important revisions? BS EN ISO 9001 and BS EN ISO 45001 are also being updated to better help you tackle modern challenges head on.
Stay up to date with the progress of these revisions and access the support your organization needs to prepare for and successfully adopt the upcoming changes by visiting our Standards Revision & Transition Hub.
The final standard is scheduled for publication in April 2026, but you don’t have to wait. Pre-ordering gives you a strategic advantage:
Immediate access to the final draft - Get the proposed requirements and guidance now, so you can start planning and adapting your processes without delay.
Stay ahead of competitors - While others wait for publication, you’ll be preparing your teams, updating documentation and aligning your systems early.
Identify compliance gaps sooner - Use the draft to review your current environmental management system and address any gaps before audits or regulatory deadlines.
Integrate with other standards smoothly - The revision aligns with BS EN ISO 9001, BS EN ISO 45001, so early access helps you streamline integration across management systems.
Automatic delivery of the final standard - When BS EN ISO 14001:2026 is published, you’ll receive your copy at no extra cost, so no need to reorder or worry about missing the release.
Peace of mind - Pre-ordering ensures you’re ready for transition without disruption.
Secure your copy of ISO/FDIS 14001 today and position your organization as an early adopter ready for the future of environmental management.