About amfori BEPI Audits
The Business Environmental Performance Initiative (BEPI) of amfori helps companies to improve their environmental performance in global supply chains by promoting sustainable practices through a comprehensive environmental management system. Launched in response to the growing demand for transparency and sustainability in global trade, BEPI provides tools and resources to enhance environmental footprints and comply with international regulations.
Components Assessed:
- Environmental Management System: Evaluates the effectiveness of the company's environmental management system.
- Energy and Climate: Analyzes energy consumption and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Atmospheric Emissions: Examines emissions of air pollutants and the control measures implemented.
- Water and Effluents: Assesses the management of water use and effluent treatment.
- Waste: Promotes waste reduction, reuse, and recycling.
- Biodiversity: Evaluates the impacts of the company’s activities on local biodiversity and promotes practices to protect ecosystems.
- Chemicals: Analyzes the use and management of chemical substances, encouraging the substitution with less harmful alternatives.
- Noise: Examines the company's noise emissions and measures to minimize the impact on the environment and local communities.
amfori BEPI audits apply to a wide range of companies within global supply chains, including manufacturers, suppliers, and other stakeholders, from large corporations to small and medium-sized enterprises, addressing the sustainability expectations of consumers and regulators.
Audit Process:
- Member Invitation: The amfori member invites the company to register on the platform.
- Profile Creation: The company creates a profile and fills out details of the locations.
- Risk Assessment: The amfori platform generates a risk assessment based on the company's activities.
- Improvement Activities Assignment: Based on the risk profile, the amfori member requests the company to monitor the environment or implement other improvement activities..
- On-Site Audit: APCER conducts the on-site audit and prepares a report.
- Technical Review: The audit report is reviewed.
- Report Submission: The final report is submitted on the amfori platform.
- Follow-Up Audit: Investigates the initial findings, recommended between 2 and 12 months after the initial audit to verify the implementation of necessary improvements.
Why Conduct an amfori BEPI Audit?
Improvement of Environmental Performance: Identifies areas for improvement and adopts more sustainable practices, reducing environmental impact.
Increased Transparency and Credibility: Third-party audits ensure accurate data and enhance stakeholder confidence.
Compliance with Regulations and Standards: Helps meet international regulations and industry standards, minimizing legal and operational risks.
Competitive Advantage: Strong environmental practices make the company more attractive to partners, consumers, and investors who value sustainability.
Cost Reduction: Efficient environmental management practices can save resources and improve waste management, leading to cost savings.
Why Choose APCER?
Extensive experience in environmental audits and verifications globally, ensuring the sustainability and compliance of organizations
Efficient planning of the audit.
Highly skilled auditors.;
Dedicated client manager.
