5.2 Environmental Policy [ISO 14001]

EMS Environmental Policy

The Top management team should establish, implement and maintain an environmental policy.

3 Things to be Included in the EMS Environmental Policy

1. To protect the environment
2. To fulfil compliance obligations
3. To continually improve the EMS and the organization’s environmental performance

Examples of Environmental Policy Objectives

Examples of objectives and commitments that support the protection of the environment may include:

• Sustainable resource use
• Climate change mitigation and adaptation
• Protection of biodiversity and ecosystem
• Addressing other relevant environmental issues

Related Information You Might Find Useful

• Quality Policy — How to Write & Communicate your Policy Statement [ISO 9001]
• OH&S Policy [ISO 45001]

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Updated: 26th February 2022
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