Cycling or cycling? I do enjoy a bit of cycling, as those of you who know we well are quite aware, I turned into a MAMIL (Middle Aged Man in Lycra) many years back. However, don’t be fooled by the title this post it is not about that kind of cycling, but the just as … [Read more...] about The Importance of Nutrient Cycling
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The Benefits of Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
In today's world, the growing importance of Environmental Management Systems (EMS) cannot be overstated. As we become increasingly aware of the impact of human activities on the environment, it's clear that we can no longer afford to treat Mother Nature like a forgotten potted … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
Setting Environmental Objectives for an ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS)
Introduction Objectives are defined in the Environmental Management System (EMS) standard ISO 14001:2015 as being ‘result to be achieved’. They form a key part of an organisation's strategy to improve its environmental performance. They can be set at many different … [Read more...] about Setting Environmental Objectives for an ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS)
An Introduction to Science Based Targets
Introduction I’ve been working in environmental management for a fair few years now and over this time I have seen many initiatives. One that seems to be gaining traction over the last few years is ‘Science based targets’ (SBTs). I am seeing them being quoted by many … [Read more...] about An Introduction to Science Based Targets
Environmental Management – Training, Awareness, and Competence
In this post I thought we could take a look at three very closely related parts of environmental management that are vital for a successful environmental management system (EMS): training, awareness, and competence. Environmental training Environmental training is a key … [Read more...] about Environmental Management – Training, Awareness, and Competence