The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has released a position statement on how the Government thinks an EMS can not only help an organisation understand its impact on the environment but also stimulate sustainable practices and ensure they comply with legislation.

The statement recommends adopting a recognised national or international scheme such as ISO14001 and ensuring it is independently audited. The document also commends the use of BS 8555, the new phased approach to EMS, as an excellent way of ‘enhancing value and assurance’ through your supply chain.

A good EMS, it says, can save a company money, leading to reduced fees and charges as well as potentially making further savings by cutting waste and improving energy efficiency. The document can be accessed from:
http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/business/scp/ems.pdf

Source: www.defra.gov.uk (accessed 12/10/05)

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