Work now on the Environmental Management standards committee

My first reason for being on the standards committee is the early access to knowledge and strategic information in order to be able to respond to changes in a timely manner. These changes can be opportunities but also dangers. The second reason is also to expand my network and learn to see things from a different perspective. The latter can help in thinking out of the box (bring experience from other industries). Not all standards are focused on our industry and this can help with filling in the standards towards a specific industry.

Stefaan Vanhalle

R&D Manager (STAXS)

As a member of the Belgian standards committee:

You influence sector standards

Play a critical role in setting and influencing the standards that shape your industry.

You expand your network

Collaborate with Belgian and International experts in your field and expand your network.

You stay on top of developments

You are the first to know about future developments & trends. This strengthens the competitive position of your organisation.

You can share your expertise

Share your experience and expertise with other leading experts, and actively contribute to the development of standards and innovation.

Who are we looking for?

Any environmental expert can join the Belgian Environmental Management Standards Committee. We are looking for experts from various sectors: environmental organizations, the recycling, waste and repair industry, water, gas and electricity companies, governments, manufacturers, service providers, financial institutions, NGOs, consultants, researchers and consumers. Knowledge of standards is not required.

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Activities of the standards committee

The Belgian standards committee NBN/B031: Environmental Management, represents Belgium in the international standards development of the ISO/TC 207 (Environmental management) committee. 

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NBN/B031 also represents Belgium in the European standards development of the CEN/TC 467 committee.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Environmental management is how a company develops, implements and monitors its environmental policy. A sound environmental management system ensures the healthy state of our planet for future generations by working to get rid of air pollution, waste, polluted water or soil contamination, to name but a few measures.
Environmental management is becoming more popular as consumers increasingly look for environmentally friendly and environmentally conscious products and services.
Participation in NBN committees 2024:
630 euros (excluding VAT) for one commission.
525 euros (excluding VAT) for each additional commission.
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