Ecomapping is a visual and easy-to-use toolbox that gets employees involved in good environmental practise.
It is the first step towards integrating environmental considerations into the day-to-day activities of small organisations.
Ecomapping is useful for the implementation of ISO 14001, the EMAS regulation or for green productivity.
Ecomapping is
- an inventory of practices and problems
- a systematic method of conducting an on-site environmental review
- a collection of information which shows the current situation using visual language and a sketch of your workplace
- an adult learning and awareness-raising tool
- a tool which allows employee involvement and participation
Ecomapping is environmental management «light»
- it helps in learning about and collecting data
- it supports training and communication and internal audits
- it is the basis of environmental documentation for your organisation
- everyone in your organisation can use it as a support for their work and training
- everyone in your organisation can participate without having to read heavy written procedures and instructions
- it is a method which allows your small organisation to define and prioritise problems
Environmental management components of ecomapping at a glance
Ecomapping brings your key environmental management information together on a single A4 page.
The development of ecomaps on water, soil, air, waste management, etc. is not a goal in itself. The main interest lies in the fact that it is a participatory learning process that brings immediate positive action and results.
