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Eco-Management and Audit Scheme: Enhancing environmental performance

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23 August 2024

Eco-Management and Audit Scheme: Enhancing environmental performance

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The Eco-Management and Audit Scheme, established in 1995, helps organizations across the EU and beyond improve environmental performance through detailed assessments, compliance, and regular audits.

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Bulgaria

Croatia

Cyprus

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Denmark

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Finland

France

Germany

Greece

Hungary

Italy

Latvia

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Malta

Netherlands

Norway

Poland

Portugal

Romania

Slovakia

Slovenia

Spain

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Academic/Research and VET Institutions

Company with 250 or more employees

Consumer / tourist organisation

Cultural and Heritage Organisations

Destination Management & Marketing Organisations

EU institutions

Financial Institutions and Investors

Industry Associations and Chambers of Commerce

International Organisations

Local authorities

Media/Travel Journalist Organisations

National authorities

Networks and Federations / Confederations

NGOs / Non-profits

Regional authorities

SMEs (a company with less than 250 employees)

Trade Unions

  • Specific types of tourism

    • Adventure tourism

    • Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism

    • Cultural tourism

    • Ecotourism

    • Education tourism

    • Festival tourism

    • Gastronomy tourism

    • Health and medical tourism

    • MICE tourism

    • Mountain tourism

    • Religious tourism

    • Rural tourism

    • Sports tourism

    • Urban/city tourism

    • Wellness tourism

  • Transition Pathway Strategic Areas

    • Governance of tourism destinations

    • Green Transition of Tourism Companies and SMEs

    • Sustainable mobility

  • Business activities

    • Activities of amusement parks and theme parks

    • Activities of associations and other organisations supporting tourism

    • Air passenger transport

    • Camping grounds, recreational vehicle parks and trailer parks

    • Events catering and other food services

    • Festivals, cultural and entertainment activities

    • Gardens and nature reserves activities

    • Holiday Housing / Apartments and other short stay accommodation

    • Hotel and similar accommodation

    • Mobile beverage services

    • Mobile food services

    • Museums

    • Operation of historical sites

    • Other

    • Other accommodation

    • Other amusement and recreation activities

    • Other food and beverage services

    • Other holiday reservation services

    • Other tourism transportation activities

    • Rail Passenger transport

    • Recreational and sport activities

    • Restaurants, cafes and bars (Food and Beverage serving activities)

    • Road passenger transport

    • Tour operator activities

    • Travel agency activities

    • Water (sea, coastal and inland) passenger transport

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The European Commission’s Eco-Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS) is a voluntary tool designed to help organizations improve their environmental performance and achieve greater sustainability. By implementing EMAS, organizations can systematically evaluate, report, and improve their environmental impact. This scheme not only enhances environmental performance but also boosts efficiency, reduces costs, and improves regulatory compliance. EMAS provides a framework for organizations to engage employees and stakeholders in environmental initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 

Additionally, it offers a competitive advantage by demonstrating a commitment to sustainability, which can enhance reputation and attract environmentally conscious customers and investors. EMAS is a valuable tool for organizations aiming to achieve long-term sustainability and operational excellence.

For an in-depth analysis and further insights, please visit the linked source on the left-hand side of the platform.

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