Environmental Management Systems

An Environmental Management System (EMS) is a set of standard processes and practices that enable an organization to reduce its environmental impacts and increase its operating efficiency.

• Find basic information including how to develop and implement an Environmental Management System (EMS).
• Get help from your state Small Business Assistance Program, or
• Use the National Resource Directory of EMS Technical Assistance Providers.
• Get recognition for your EMS through EPA's Performance Track Program.
• Learn about ISO 14000 standards on environmental management.
• Get ISO certification for your EMS.

Resources

• Environmental Management Systems : FAQs
  Answers to common questions about the purposes and requirements of EMS.
  
• Environmental Management Systems : Guides and Resources
  Guidance documents to help your business develop an EMS.
• Voluntary Environmental Management Systems ISO 14001
  Guidance, reports and frequently asked questions.