Environmental Management Systems

An effective environmental management system (EMS) makes good business sense. By establishing a group of policies, standards, systems, practices, and tools, an organization can increase its effectiveness in dealing with environmental matters, resulting in improved financial and environmental performance. MCSDP assists small and medium-sized enterprises and organizations to develop comprehensive and integrated environmental management systems and to comply with ISO 14000 guidelines for EMS and product stewardship.

The key to an effective EMS is the use of a systematic approach to planning, controlling, measuring, and improving an organization's environmental efforts. MCSDP works with client companies and organizations to design, develop, and monitor environmental management systems. Initially an assessment of current managerial and technical performance is carried out against a predefined and agreed upon set of internal or external criteria. Goals are then set for implementing the necessary improvements against a specific implementation plan, taking into consideration resource requirements and expected return and performance measurement criteria. Continuous monitoring of organizational performance provides the input required for measuring improvement against clear quantifiable goals developed through a participatory approach, with the full involvement of company employees.

Improved environmental performance, resource conservation, reduced liability, and remediation costs, improved public image, and competitive advantage are a few of the benefits gained through the implementation of an effective EMS. For enterprises competing in the global marketplace, improved compliance with international standards and enhanced customer trust are distinct advantages.

Areas of Intervention

  • Total Quality Management
  • Step by Step Action Plans
  • Environmental Inspection and Compliance
  • ISO 14000
  • EMS
  • Environmental Policies
  • Eco-efficiency
  • Private-Public Partnership
  • Evaluation of Environmental Aspects and Impacts
  • Environmental Impact Assessment
  • Environmental Management Programs