ISO 14001 is the leading international standard for environmental management systems (EMS), with more than 670,000 organizations certified worldwide. It provides a structured framework to manage environmental responsibilities effectively, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen credibility.

With a renewed focus on today’s environmental priorities – from climate change and biodiversity to resource efficiency and supply chain transparency – ISO 14001:2026 makes it easier for organizations of all sizes to embed environmental management into their strategy, achieve tangible results, and demonstrate real impact.

In this episode, Matthew speaks with environmental sustainability expert and standards-maker Emma Pye about the drivers behind the new edition of ISO 14001 and the key issues and debates shaping the changes. Emma also discusses the key changes themselves, how organizations can adapt in practice, and the wider impact of ISO 14001 on sustainability and environmental performance.

Since it’s The Standards Show, Emma also shares her standards journey.

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ISO 14001:2026

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