Post on 26-Dec-2015
Comparing Apples with Apples The Value of Environmental
Management System Certification
Kim Kelleher
The EMS image problem?
The EMS Reality ?
Environmental Management Systems
• Environmental risk management framework
• Sets foundation, helps you get organised and plan an effective approach to more sustainable operations – in a logical way
• Drives and supports sustainability initiatives
A few EMS facts
• Voluntary (in most cases)
• Certification is optional
• Can apply to any business – generic
• Related to process not product
• Globally the number of ISO 14001: 2004 certifications continues to increase
• In New Zealand EMS uptake not strong in the past
What is a good EMS
• Based on ISO 14001: 2004
• Integrated into normal business processes
• Has senior management support (essential)
• Fits the business
• Viewed as a practical tool but applied strategically
• Certified (optional)
The EMS Model
A good EMS includes…
DC
PA LAN
•Scope •Environment Policy •Aspects & Impacts •Legal Obligations •Objectives / targets•Roles / resources
•Training & awareness•Communication•EMS Documentation / records•Document Control•Risk Management •Emergency preparedness
•Monitoring•Compliance•Non conformity•Records•Internal audits
•Management Review
OHECK
CT
ISO 14001:2004 &
Enviro-Mark NZ
Enviro-Mark®NZ
• More suited to SME’s
• Breaks ISO 14001: 2004 into 5 stages
• Certification available at 5 levels
• Full legal compliance check, including health & safety at 1st level (Bronze)
• Supported programme – ongoing assistance & guidance
Global Trends in ISO 14001 • Worldwide the total of ISO14001 certificates at the
end of 2007 had increased by of 21 % over 2006 • Certificates had been issued in 148 countries
compared to 140 the year before
Source: The ISO Survey 2007
EMS & Small to Medium Enterprises
• NZ business – structure & dynamics
• EMS Perceived as expensive
• Lack of understanding of EMS & benefits
• A full ISO 14001 takes time
• SME’s want recognition for efforts - profile
• Confusion about options
CarboNZero
Product Certification
Qualmark Super CheapSuper Easy
Enviro-Mark
CEMARS
Sustainability Strategy
FSC
envirostep
Target Sustainability
Business
Care
Sustainable Business Network
Eco Labels
EcoBiz
Sustainable Business Network
eMission
Lean
Manufacturing
Sustainability Awards
Energy Audits
Waste Audit
The Enviro-Mark®NZ Journey ENVIRONMENTAL
PERFORMANCE
TIME, INVESTMENT AND EFFORT
LEGAL COMPLIANCE
ISO 14001:2004
FOUNDATIONS OF AN EMS = audit &
certification
BRONZE SILVER GOLD PLATINUM DIAMOND
EMS & Advancing Sustainability
Minimising Ecological Footprint
GH gas reduction & carbon neutral
Monitoring & Measuring Resource
Use
Review & Revise Targets
Stakeholder Issues
Life Cycle Management
Waste Reduction
Targets
Preventing Pollution
Resource Efficiency
EMS EMS
The Value of Certification
Provides a credible basis to communicate about
environmental credentials & helps fight….
Overwhelmingly consumers want tobuy from ‘green’ companies
2009 ImagePower Green Brands Survey
EMS in Supply Chain Management
Certified EMS
Verified Credentials
Certified EMS
Verified Credentials
Comparing Apples with…..
Certified EMS
Verified Credentials
No EMS
The value of EMS & Certification Helps meet growing International & Domestic supply chain trends
Helps SME’s get organised
Provides credible basis for communicating environmental credentials
Gives an edge in winning work – supply chain issues
Fights Greenwash
Provides a platform for sustainability initiatives & efficiencies
Enhances your brand / company reputation
Thank you!
More information: www.enviro-mark.co.nz