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ISO 14090:2019

A Sustainable Management Strategy in the Era of Climate Change

 

[Standard Information]

Climate change is no longer a distant concern.

Phenomena such as heatwaves, droughts, rising sea levels, and extreme weather are now structurally impacting our daily lives and industries. In response, systematic adaptation strategies have emerged as a core element of sustainable management.

 

To address these shifts, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) introduced ISO 14090: Climate Change Adaptation in 2019.

This international standard provides a guideline-based framework to help organizations proactively prepare for and strategically respond to current and future climate risks.

 

 

[The importance of ISO 14090]

While existing environmental standards have primarily focused on reducing carbon emissions (mitigation), ISO 14090 centers on adaptation to ongoing climate change.

-      Applicable to organizations of any type or size

-      Supports preemptive analysis of climate risks and the development of tailored response plans

-      Emphasizes an integrated approach that incorporates climate adaptation into existing management processes

 

[Why ISO 14090, and Why Now?]

- The Reality of Climate Change: Increasing damages from heavy rainfall, droughts, and supply chain disruptions

- Growing Business Risks: Rising energy costs, production delays, and resource shortages bring heightened uncertainty

- Evolving Stakeholder Expectations: Consumers, investors, and governments are imposing stricter standards on climate responsiveness

 

[Benefits of Adopting ISO 14090]

- Enhanced capacity for practical environmental action

- Establishment of a sustainable operational framework

- Strong foundation for ESG performance and social responsibility

- Improved flexibility and resilience to future changes

- Efficient integration of climate adaptation into existing decision-making systems

 

[Climate Change Is Inevitable — But We Can Be Prepared]

There are many ways to respond to climate change. What matters most is starting the preparation now.

Rather than reacting after damage has occurred, a sustainable future begins with anticipating risks and building strategic responses in advance.

 

With ISO 14090, organizations can now achieve both environmental protection and operational resilience.