ISO 14001 is an internationally accepted standard that outlines how to put an effective environmental management system in place. It is designed to help businesses remain commercially successful without overlooking environmental responsibilities. The purpose of ISO 14001 is to provide a systematic approach for organizations to identify, manage, and control their environmental impact. This includes managing their use of natural resources, reducing waste and pollution, and ensuring compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations.

ISO 14001 provides a framework for organizations to establish an environmental policy, set environmental objectives and targets, and implement a systematic approach to achieving those objectives and targets. The standard also requires organizations to monitor and measure their environmental performance, and to regularly review and improve their environmental management system.