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Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO 14001 EMS 33rd National Energy & Environmental Conference Loews Ventana Canyon Resort Tucson, Arizona Presented by: David R. Church Senior Associate First Environment For the benefit of business and people SUMMARY 1 Background 2 GHG Basics 3 ISO 14001 Model & GHG 1 Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS BACKGROUND The Improvement Cycle... PLAN ACT DO CHECK 1 BACKGROUND Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS Why do companies implement Environmental Management Systems? Business/market/regulatory drivers Stakeholder influences Desire to improve environmental performance Socially responsible activity 1 BACKGROUND Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS Why do companies implement Greenhouse Gas programs? Business/market/regulatory drivers Stakeholder influences Desire to improve environmental performance Socially responsible activity 1 BACKGROUND Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS Climate Change issues and Greenhouse Gas emissions… A global environmental issue We all contribute to the problem Regulated Fossil in many countries – soon in the US fuel emissions are the largest source 2 > GHG Basics 2 GHG Basics Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS Current Climate Change/GHG Programs (U.S. examples only) California Climate Action Registry Database of member reported GHG emissions Requires 3rd party verification Chicago Climate Exchange Carbon trading based on 3rd party verified GHG emissions reductions EPA Climate Leaders Energy efficiency 2 GHG Basics Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS GHG Program Basics Records/Data management Systems approach for: Identifying sources Determining emissions Collecting, converting, reporting data Data verification Establishing controls Reduction targets and programs 2 GHG Basics GHG Basics Kyoto Greenhouse Gases Carbon Dioxide - CO2 Methane - CH4 Nitrous Oxide – N2O Hydrofluorocarbons - HFCs Perfluorocarbons - PFCs Sulfur Hexafluoride - SF6 2 GHG Basics GHG Basics Greenhouse Gases Primary Source Categories Generation of electricity Mobile sources Stationary sources Process emissions Fugitive emissions 2 GHG Basics GHG Basics Global Warming Potential (GWP) Conversion factors to CO2 equivalent GWP (IPCC SAR) Carbon Dioxide - CO2 1 Methane - CH4 21 Nitrous Oxide – N2O 310 Hydrofluorocarbons – HFCs 8 gases up to 9,200 Perfluorocarbons – PFCs 6 gases up to 11,700 Sulfur Hexafluoride - SF6 23,900 2 GHG Basics GHG Basics Managing Greenhouse Gas emissions Establish a baseline year Develop effective tools for identifying, monitoring, measuring and reporting GHG emissions EMS framework provides a good model for managing GHG through controls, records and performance improvements 3rd party verification is critical for reporting and trading credits 3 > ISO 14001 Model & GHG 3 ISO 14001 Model & GHG Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS ISO 14001 Most commonly used EMS model in the world Over 120,000 registered companies Continuing annual growth 25-30% Demonstrated performance improvements Integrates well with other management system standards 3 ISO 14001 Model & GHG Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS ISO 14001 Provides excellent framework for GHG program participation GHG emission sources should be considered as Significant Aspects because of their Significant Impact on the environment All relevant requirements should be implemented to effectively manage GHG emissions 3 ISO 14001 Model & GHG Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS ISO 14001 Major Headings Policy (4.2) Planning (4.3) Implementation and Operation (4.4) Checking & Corrective Action (4.5) Management Review (4.6) 3 ISO 14001 Model & GHG Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS Each Heading is Relevant to GHG Policy Implications: How does the organization view itself in relation to Climate Change/GHG issues? Has the organization made commitments to reductions, program participation, etc.? Communication to employees Public availability 3 ISO 14001 Model & GHG Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS Planning: Identify GHG as an aspect and evaluate the impact for significance. Any associated legal requirements? Other requirements? (CCX, Climate Leaders, etc.) Set objectives for program participation - baseline, reductions, emission trading, etc. Specific targets set Programs established - who, what, when, how, $$? 3 ISO 14001 Model & GHG Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS Implementation & Operation: Who has responsibility and authority for GHG programs? What training is required for employees? What competencies are needed? Internal and external communications about GHG Program documentation Process controls for GHG emissions and activities Communication with vendors & contractors Procedures for emergencies 3 ISO 14001 Model & GHG Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS Checking and Corrective Action How are GHG emissions monitored or measured? Monitoring progress on reduction objectives/targets Calibration of monitoring/measurement equipment Corrective and preventive actions associated with GHG activity, controls, etc. Record keeping (important for trading program participation) Internal audit program - review GHG controls, monitoring, program participation, results, etc. 3 ISO 14001 Model & GHG Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS Management Review What progress has been made? Problems related to resources, technology, skills, etc.? Public reporting? Stakeholder issues? Is the GHG program suitable, adequate, effective? 4 Conclusions Integrating GHG Programs in an ISO14001 EMS The number of GHG programs is growing rapidly Regulation is a foregone conclusion ISO 14001 creates a great framework to manage GHG programs EMS approach contains all the necessary tools and controls