Environmental Management Systems and Environmental Policy Measures

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An externally validated and properly implemented EMS is believed to be an effective policy tool to secure positive environmental outcomes. This paper will, firstly, describe how EMS can work as a policy instrument, secondly, introduce some examples of new EMS standards that give special focus on small and medium sized businesses, thirdly, outline current policy measures aiming to enhance implementation of EMS by organizations, and lastly, point out few issues required to be further explored. It is a welcoming trend to substantiate policy measures and standards in order to promote implementation of EMS among wide range of businesses. However, we ought to be cautious in using regulatory relief as one of the measures to promote EMS. It is necessary to carry out a comprehensive and empirical research in order to demonstrate whether EMS actually brings legal compliance as well as better environmental performance.
長崎大学の論文
2006-11-01