Which of the following BEST describes ISO 14000?
A) The concept that all employees are valuable contributors to a firm's business and should be entrusted with decisions regarding their work
B) A certification program attesting to the fact that a factory, laboratory, or office has improved environmental performance
C) A certification program attesting to the fact that a factory, laboratory, or office has met the quality management standards of the International Organization for Standardization
D) A standardized method of evaluating a company's greenhouse gas emissions
E) A certification program attesting to the fact that a factory, laboratory, or office is operating under free-trade principles
Answer: B
Explanation: B) ISO 14000 requires a firm to develop an environmental management system, documenting how the company has acted to improve its performance in using resources and in managing pollution.
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