What Is An Environmental Audit?
In today's world, safeguarding the future of our planet is paramount. Sourcing regions, particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, demand immediate action. Consumers and governments worldwide are increasingly calling on brands to prioritize climate change mitigation. It is crucial for brands to embrace sustainability and proactively minimize their environmental footprint.
Environmental audits offer invaluable insights into supply chain sustainability. By conducting an environmental audit, businesses can pinpoint areas for improvement within their supply network and drive tangible, impactful change.
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Our Audit Protocol Covers:
QIMA offers an environmental auditing service based on GSCP level 1 and the ISO 14001 family of standards related to the evaluation of performance in environmental management.
A QIMA environmental audit assesses factory compliance with local laws and regulations for environmental protection, as well as certain best practices derived from the ISO 14000 family of standards.
Environmental management systems
Energy use, transport and greenhouse gas emissions
Water use
Wastewater effluent
Emissions to air
Pollution prevention, hazardous and potentially hazardous substances
Waste management
Major incident prevention and management
Contaminated land/soil and groundwater pollution prevention
Land use and biodiversity
Environmental nuisance control (odor, noise, dust and light)
Enhance Your Audit with Higg FEM and amfori BEPI
In addition to our standard protocols, QIMA offers audits aligned with the Higg Facility Environmental Module (Higg FEM) and the amfori Business Environmental Performance Initiative (BEPI).
Higg FEM: As an approved verifying body, QIMA provides benchmarks for sustainability, particularly in the apparel and footwear industries.
amfori BEPI: QIMA is accredited to carrying out BEPI audits designed to improve environmental performance across diverse supply chains, offering insights and best practices applicable to all industries.
What You Will Receive Following an Audit:
At the end of every environmental audit, a corrective action plan (CAP) is provided and agreed upon with the factory management staff. The CAP outlines remediations the facility must take to improve its environmental performance, with timelines and clear actions prioritized according to the beneficial impact they will have.
The QIMA Benefits
In-depth local knowledge with auditors attuned to the culture, laws and practices of their region.
CSR experts receive regular training on regulations and best practice.
Global coverage across 100 countries in Asia, Africa, Europe, North and South America.
Continuous improvement approach drives long-term change and empowers suppliers to act.
Online program management book audits, make payments and download detailed reports.
Custom compliance dashboard to assess supplier performance, track progress and visualize your supply network.