ISO 14001:2015 is an international standard that specifies the requirements for establishing and adapting an environmental management system to the needs of an organisation. It ensures the effective operation of a system that helps to improve environmental protection, reduce negative environmental impacts, comply with relevant legislation and increase public confidence. The standard introduces a cyclical approach to environmental management, consisting of planning, operation, verification and improvement phases. It helps an organisation to continuously improve its environmental management system in order to achieve its objectives and contribute to sustainable development.