Course aim

To provide learners with a clear, high-level understanding of the proposed key changes in ISO/FDIS 14001, enabling organizations to prepare for a smooth transition to the revised ISO 14001 standard.

Course description

This concise on-demand course introduces the proposed updates to ISO 14001 as outlined in the draft international standard, ISO/FDIS 14001. It highlights the key clarifications and structural refinements aligned with the Harmonized Structure for management systems, as well as strengthened expectations around today’s evolving environmental priorities - including climate change, natural resource use, pollution prevention, and biodiversity.

Designed for senior executives, managers, and professionals who need to know about the changes at a high-level, this short On-demand eLearning course provides an overview of the proposed 2026 edition. Learners will gain insight into how the upcoming amendments may impact their environmental management systems, allowing them to be well prepared for the transition.

Delegates who attend this course will be updated free of charge should there be any changes between the ISO/FDIS and final standard.

Note: We recommend that people directly involved in managing, implementing, maintaining or auditing an ISO 14001 environmental management system attend the more detailed ISO/FDIS 14001 Transition Training Course.

On-demand - training that’s even more flexible

BSI’s on-demand courses are market-leading and available 24/7. Developed by top subject matter experts, they contain the same high-quality content you will find in our tutor-led training, but with the added benefit of being able to learn at your own pace and at any time.

How will I benefit?

This course will help you:

• Understand upcoming changes to ISO 14001 so you know what to expect in the 2026 revision
• Identify potential impacts on your current environmental management system and where updates may be needed
• Start transition planning early, giving your organization more time to adapt processes, allocate resources, and ensure smooth transition and conformance with the revised requirements.

What will I learn?

Upon completion of this training, you will be able to:

• Understand the context and timeline of the ISO 14001 revision, including why the update is occurring and when organizations are expected to transition.
• Recognize the key changes and enhancements in ISO/FDIS 14001, covering structural updates, clarifications, and subject-area developments such as climate change, lifecycle thinking, and planning requirements.
• Appreciate the intent behind the revisions and how they strengthen environmental management practice, improving clarity, robustness, and alignment with evolving environmental priorities.
• Identify the practical implications for organizations and communicate the significance of the changes, supporting early planning and adaptation of environmental management system processes

Who should attend?

Designed for senior executives, environmental managers, and professionals who need to know about the changes at a high-level. Suggested job roles include:

• Senior leaders or executive sponsors who need a high-level understanding of the changes to plan resources and strategic actions.
• Functional heads who need to be aware of an understand how the forthcoming changes may affect departmental responsibilities
• Sustainability, ESG and compliance professionals seeking early insight into the revised requirements and their organizational implications
• Consultants and trainers supporting clients in environmental management or management system transitions

How will I learn?

Our on-demand courses allow learners access to knowledge-based content in real time, anywhere, and at any time. Using established learning and interactive digital technology, on-line attendees are guided through the course content, at their own pace, providing opportunity to review, test knowledge and confirm understanding, as they progress through the course.

What will I gain?

On completion, you’ll be awarded an internationally recognized BSI training course certificate.

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for this course.

Further information

Benefits of On-Demand for the individual

Convenient - courses are available 24/7 and you can learn at any time and from any place that suits you – you just need an internet connection

Learning pace - You can learn as fast or as slowly as you want to. You can also take breaks at any time in the course and pick up where you left off when you are ready to continue

Information retention - During the access period, you can go back and repeat parts or all the course to refresh and reinforce what you have learned

High-quality materials - Developed by top subject matter experts, course content is both detailed and engaging, with explanations, activities, and knowledge checks to enhance your learning

Related training

ISO/FDIS 14001 Transition training course

Módulos

• ISO/FDIS 14001 - What's changed