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New global research highlights significant environmental benefit of ISO 14001, as the updated standard launches today

A two-year study across 83 countries found a 1% rise in certifications was linked to a 0.14% drop in emissions intensity.

  • Today, ISO launched the updated International Standard, alongside new international research linking its adoption to significant reductions in GHG emissions intensity.
  • A two-year research project led by the Standards Council of Canada analyzed data from 83 countries between 1999 and 2022, identifying a strong correlation between ISO adoption and improved environmental performance.
  • The study found that a 1% increase in ISO certifications correlates with a 0.14% decrease in GHG per unit of GDP, supporting more than 670,000 organizations worldwide.
  • Secretary-General Sergio Mujica said the new edition is "smoother to implement and integrates seamlessly," helping organizations of all sizes embed environmental management into their strategy.
  • The updated International Standard enables organizations to address broader challenges like biodiversity, pollution, and resource use, helping turn sustainability commitments into measurable improvements.
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New global research highlights significant environmental benefit of ISO 14001, as the updated standard launches today

GENEVA, April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Preliminary new international research has linked the adoption of ISO 14001, the world's most widely used environmental management systems standard, with significant reductions in GHG emissions intensity.

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