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Higher Technician in Environmental Management and Promotion Gestion…
Higher Technician in Environmental Management and Promotion
Fundamentals of Environmental Management
Concept and objectives of environmental management
They include
Conservation of natural resources
Promotion of sustainable practices
Awareness raising and citizen participation
Environmental regulations and standards at international and national level
Some of the most relevant instruments are
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Kyoto Protocol
Paris Agreement
Examples
Environmental protection laws
Environmental quality standards
Environmental permits
Environmental impact assessment
Concepts
Environmental impact
Proposed project, plan or program
Mitigation measures
Methodologies
Identification of impacts
Impact assessment
Monitoring and tracking
Identification and evaluation of environmental aspects and impacts
Concepts
Environmental aspect
May include
Power consumption
The use of water
Waste generation
Environmental impact
Aspects
Identification of environmental aspects
Environmental impact assessment
Prioritization of aspects and impacts
Environmental Management Systems
Key concepts
Environmental performance
Continuous improvement cycle
Environmental management systems follow the PDCA
(Plan, Do, Check, Act) approach.
Employee participation
Features and benefits
Systematic approach
Regulatory compliance
Improved efficiency
Image and reputation
ISO 14001 Standard
It is an international standard for environmental management systems (EMS)
Requirements of the ISO 14001 Standard
Organization context
Leadership and commitment
Planning
Support
Operation
Benefits of the ISO 14001 Standard
Regulatory compliance
Improved environmental performance
Cost savings
Reputation improvement
Access to new markets
Implementation of an EMS
Planning
Establishment of environmental objectives and goals
Development of an action plan
Implementation
Responsibilities and resource allocation.
Communication and training
EMS documentation
Verification
Monitoring and measurement
Internal audits
Revision
Management review
Corrective and preventive actions
Environmental Management Plans
Design and development
Have
Initial evaluation
Identification of actions and measures
Assignment of responsibilities and resources
Monitoring and review planning
Identification and evaluation
The key steps
Risk identification
risk assessment
Risk prioritization
Monitoring and review
Mitigation and prevention measures for environmental impacts
The main measures
Efficient use of resources
Proper waste management
Control of emissions and discharges
Monitoring and follow-up of environmental management plans
The key aspects
Data collection
Data analysis and evaluation
Communication and reporting
Continuous improvement
Environmental Education and Communication
Importance
Some key aspects
Awareness and understanding
Behavior change
Citizen participation
Strategies and tools for environmental education
The most common
Education in the field
Online education
Awareness campaigns
Collaboration and community action
Effective communication on environmental issues
Some aspects to consider
Know the target audience
Use clear and accessible language
Use different communication channels
Encourage participation and action
Citizen participation and social commitment in environmental management
Some key aspects
Access to information
Collaboration and networking
Education and awareness
Community Empowerment