A corporate environmental policy (CEP) is a commitment of a business to environmental excellence as a part of the corporate mission and vision. A CEP accepts the guiding principles of a precautionary approach, polluter pays, and accountability. It enables the adoption of practical measures, ensures transparency, and must include the environment in corporate training schemes. A CEP is a requirement of most voluntary initiatives, codes of conduct, and international voluntary standards, such as Responsible Care and ISO 14000.
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See also: Corporate Environmental Responsibility; Corporate Environmental Reporting