Enhance your environmental performance and sustainability with the global standard for Environmental Management Systems.
ISO 14001:2015 specifies the requirements for an environmental management system that an organization can use to enhance its environmental performance. ISO 14001:2015 is intended for use by an organization seeking to manage its environmental responsibilities in a systematic manner that contributes to the environmental pillar of sustainability.
ISO 14001:2015 helps an organization achieve the intended outcomes of its environmental management system, which provide value for the environment, the organization itself and interested parties. Consistent with the organization's environmental policy, the intended outcomes of an environmental management system include: enhancement of environmental performance; fulfilment of compliance obligations; achievement of environmental objectives.
ISO 14001:2015 is applicable to any organization, regardless of size, type and nature, and applies to the environmental aspects of its activities, products and services that the organization determines it can either control or influence considering a life cycle perspective. ISO 14001:2015 does not state specific environmental performance criteria.
ISO 14001:2015 can be used in whole or in part to systematically improve environmental management. Claims of conformity to ISO 14001:2015, however, are not acceptable unless all its requirements are incorporated into an organization's environmental management system and fulfilled without exclusion.
Certificate of Registration for other than individual, if an individual GST Registration Certificate/ Trade or Shops and establishment License.
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A short note about the organization and their activity, It must include if any out sourcing process are involved.
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ISO 14001:2015 is the international standard for environmental management systems (EMS). An environmental management system allows a business to make policy and process changes to manage resources responsibly, prevent pollution, achieve legal compliance and otherwise improve environmental performance. The standard provides guidelines for implementing, maintaining and improving an EMS. Although ISO 14001 focuses on reducing environmental impact, ISO 14001 certification provides financial benefits as well, which is why over 250,000 organizations worldwide have worked to receive this certification.
The main goal of ISO 14001 is to give businesses the tools they need to minimize their environmental impacts. In a world facing increasingly serious environmental challenges, ISO 14001 encourages organizations to look outward, protecting the environment and recognizing the impacts the environment has on business. Specific environmental benefits that come with an environmental management system include reduced waste, sustainable supply chain management and reduced carbon emissions. Helping you save money through efficient water and energy use. Earning you more business from environmentally conscious clients. Improving your reputation with existing clients, customers and other stakeholders. Helping you achieve legal compliance with environmental regulations.
ISO 14001 certification can benefit businesses and organizations of all sizes. Whether you want to demonstrate your commitment to sustainability or reduce costs by using resources more efficiently, you should consider starting the ISO 14001 certification process. Examples of industries that could benefit from ISO 14001 environmental management systems include construction, automotive, electronic, telecommunication, and engineering.
The ISO 14001 certification process requires you to implement the standard in your organization and complete a successful two-part audit. After the initial certification audit, you will also need to complete yearly surveillance audits and a recertification audit every three years to maintain your certification. The amount of time it will take to obtain certification will depend on a number of factors, including the size of your organization, your current level of compliance, your level of risk and more.
ISO 14001:2015 provides a framework for an Environmental Management System (EMS) that helps organizations manage their environmental responsibilities in a systematic manner. In a world facing climate change and resource scarcity, this standard moves environmental management from being a cost center to being a core component of sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR).
Like other modern ISO standards, 14001 adopts the HLS, emphasizing the importance of top management involvement and the integration of environmental management into the strategic planning of the organization.
A significant addition in the 2015 revision is the requirement to consider the environmental aspects within a life cycle perspective. This means looking beyond the factory gate to include impacts from the design phase (raw material choice), through procurement, transport, use by the customer, and end-of-life treatment/disposal. This encourages a holistic approach to environmental stewardship.
The EMS must identify and ensure continuous compliance with all relevant environmental legislation, regulations, and voluntary commitments (e.g., sector codes, customer requirements). For a manufacturer in Kerala, this includes regulations on effluent treatment, solid waste disposal, and air emissions from the Kerala Pollution Control Board (KPCB).
Objectives must be set (e.g., reduce water consumption by 10%, increase solar energy use by 5%), be measurable, and aligned with the organization's environmental policy. The EMS requires monitoring performance against these objectives, which drives continual improvement.
This covers day-to-day controls, such as implementing waste segregation systems, managing chemical storage, minimizing noise pollution, and ensuring staff are trained to work in an environmentally responsible manner.
Kerala's fragile, ecologically sensitive environment—from the Western Ghats to the backwaters—makes environmental protection a critical business concern. ISO 14001 offers unique benefits:
Many industries in Kerala are scrutinized for their water usage and effluent discharge into backwaters or rivers. 14001 implementation leads to systems that track usage, implement water recycling, and ensure strict effluent quality control, reducing conflict with local communities and regulators.
By systematically tracking consumption, organizations realize significant cost savings. For example, reducing energy use not only lowers the carbon footprint but also reduces the monthly electricity bill—a direct financial gain.
For companies dealing with European or North American partners, or bidding on government infrastructure projects, having 14001 certification often provides a crucial "green advantage," demonstrating sustainability and responsible procurement.
ISO 14001 helps an organization not just comply with laws but actively contribute to the environmental pillar of sustainability, securing a more responsible and profitable future.
