Clause 4 - Context of the Organization

Clause 4 of ISO 14001:2015 requires an organization to identify and evaluate internal and external issues that affect its environmental management system, determine the needs and expectations of interested parties, and define the scope of the EMS based on these factors, establishing the context in which the system operates. This foundational step ensures that goals, processes, and controls are aligned with the organization's actual environmental impacts and stakeholder requirements.