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Planning Environmental Management System Implementation at Beer Lao Purpose This case study examines environmental management at Beer Lao and documents measures implemented to date as the factory considers future adoption of an environmental management system (EMS) and possible accreditation under the ISO 14001 standard. Particular attention is given to steps that Beer Lao has completed in preparing for possible future accreditation and documents their ongoing efforts to address environmental issues at their factory through the application of best management practice such as EMS and cleaner production (CP). Issues Specific issues highlighted by this case study are: Strategic and other benefits to industry of implementing an EMS and gaining ISO 14001 accreditation Potential to address environmental impacts of industrial operations through voluntary EMS implementation Adoption of EMS does not necessarily mean that industries should seek ISO accreditation Planning for EMS implementation and ISO 14001 accreditation Learning Objectives On completion of this case study, participants will be able to: Assess whether Beer Lao’s evolving environmental policy meets all requirements of ISO 14001 standard Identify environmental aspects of the Beer Lao operation Characterize environmental impacts associated with breweries Summarize and critique the findings of the environmental impact assessment (EIA) completed for Beer Lao’s recent expansion Identify management practices and CP methods employed by the factory to prevent or reduce environment impacts Discuss and contrast environmental protection objectives and standards applicable in Lao PDR with those of other lower Mekong River Basin countries Describe environmental monitoring programs undertaken by Beer Lao and responsible government agencies in Vientiane Recognize the importance of education in developing greater environmental awareness among industry and the public Project Summary Introduction and Background The Beer