EMAS is the abbreviation for “Eco-Management and Audit Scheme.” Developed by the European Union, EMAS is a Community system comprising environmental management and environmental audits for organizations interested in improving their environmental performance. The Eco-Management and Audit Scheme emphasizes how important it is for the private sector to take responsibility for its direct and indirect environmental impact. Industrial companies, service providers, public administration agencies and other types of organizations, including supranational organizations, are all eligible for certification.