Can ISO 14001 Play the High Stakes Game? A Tale of Two Petroleum Companies
Both corporations profiled here are oil companies, and both faced the challenge of undertaking petroleum exploration and production in areas that were highly sensitive environmentally—one in the arctic tundra, the other in the Central American rainforest. I present their experiences because I believe they demonstrate what kind of success ISO 14001 can offer when the stakes are highest.
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Why All the Interest in GHG Trading Schemes?
The United States and Europe remain at odds on greenhouse gas (GHG) issues. Essentially, nobody can agree on several key questions, such as the value of forests in terms of GHG sequestration, and issues involving developing countries.
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New Relationships: ISO 14001, Lean Manufacturing, and Transportation
Much has been written about the benefits of "lean manufacturing" principles and the tremendous advantages offered to organizations that embrace those principles. Not as much has been written about the new environmental aspects or impacts that may arise as a direct result of companies embracing those principles.
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Energy Crisis: Do You Have Your EMS in Place?
Until recently, it was only the developing world that lived under conditions of energy shortage, unreliable supplies, and rising prices. But today, in the most industrialized nation on earth, our lack of an overall energy strategy has created problems previously seen only in developing countries.
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A Practical Checklist for ISO 14000
The ISO 14001 standard, which specifies requirements for a comprehensive environmental management system, was formally published by the International Organization for Standardization on Sept. 1, 1996.
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Seeking ISO 14001 Compliance: A Step-by-Step Guideline
The increased awareness surrounding environmental issues by customers and suppliers alike is spurring process industries and other manufacturers throughout the world to look for the best ways to integrate environmental management systems (EMSs) into their day-to-day operations.
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Dealing with Ingredient List Requests
As environmental issues continue to grow in importance, companies are feeling increasing pressure to "detoxify" their products. Many are in turn putting pressure on their suppliers to use fewer toxic and hazardous materials. As this trend continues, more and more facilities are likely to be faced with lengthy requests for details about the ingredients they use in their products and processes.
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Understanding the Benefits of Third Party Audits and Certification
As a result of some industry discussions, certain questions are being raised about ISO 14001. Do compliance and certification by a third-party registrar add value to an organization? What about just saying you are compliant (it has been done)? Does that add the same value, or any value? Let’s see if we can clear up some of the confusion.
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The Environment, E-Commerce, and Sustainability
There are many environmentally related questions arising from the “new economy.” Now is the time to begin considering each question – and to see what ISO 14001 and other methodologies can offer toward resolving the underlying issues.
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ISO 14001 and Lean Manufacturing
Organizations that have embraced “lean manufacturing principles” sometimes hesitate to embrace ISO 14001. The present condition of many organizations that have done both goes to illustrate how, in everyday practice, integration of the two is actually the right course.
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