What does ISO 14001:2015 entail?

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ISO 14001:2015 represents the latest iteration of the ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard, superseding ISO 14001:2004 since September 2018.

The 2015 version of the standard introduces several enhancements compared to the 2004 version, including:

  • Increased emphasis on risk-based thinking.
  • Adoption of a consistent structure shared with other ISO management system standards, facilitating easier system integration.
  • Improved effectiveness in addressing supply chain management.
  • Heightened focus on leadership engagement.
  • Enhanced structuring for addressing risks and opportunities within organizations.
  • Utilization of simpler language, employing common structure and terms.
  • Adaptation to be more user-friendly, particularly for service and knowledge-based organizations.