ISO 14001:2026 Environmental management systems Requirements

ISO 14001:2026 Environmental management systems - Requirements with guidance for use

This document specifies the requirements for an environmental management system that an organization can use to enhance its environmental performance. It 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.

This document helps an organization to achieve the intended outcomes of its environmental management system, which provide value for the environment, the organization itself and interested parties. The intended outcomes of an environmental management system include: enhancing environmental performance, meeting compliance obligations, achieving environmental objectives.