ISO 14046:2014 – Water Footprint

Lead Implementer

The ISO 14046:2014 – Water Footprint Lead Implementer course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead the implementation of a water footprint assessment in compliance with the ISO 14046 standard. This course enables participants to evaluate and report the water footprint of organizations, products, and services, while identifying opportunities to reduce water usage and manage water-related impacts.

Key Learnings:

Understand the principles and requirements of ISO 14046:2014.
Develop the capability to lead and manage water footprint assessment projects.
Implement and maintain a water footprint management system.
Apply water footprint methodologies to assess environmental impacts related to water use.

Course Content:

Module1: Introduction to Water Footprint and ISO 14046:2014

Overview of ISO14046:2014 and its importance.
Key drivers for water footprint assessments (climate change, resource scarcity)
Understanding water consumption and pollution in various industries
Overview of ISO 14046:2014
Scope and structure of ISO 14046:2014
Key principles: quantification, reporting, and verification of the water footprint

Module2: Implementation and Management

Steps for project initiation and planning.
Identifying stakeholders and defining objectives.
Developing a water footprint management plan.
Aligning water footprint assessment with existing EMS.
Strategies for integrating findings into sustainability practices.
Data requirements for assessing water use and water-related impacts
Techniques for collecting data on water withdrawals, consumption, and discharges
Handling variability, allocation, and data quality in water footprinting

Module3: Reporting, Verification, and Reduction of Water Footprint

Preparing water footprint reports for stakeholders
Communicating water-related impacts and improvement recommendations
Use of water footprint labels and public declarations
Verification and Auditing of Water Footprint
Internal audit processes and compliance with ISO 14046 guidelines
Preparing for third-party verification and certification of water footprints
Addressing audit findings and improving water management practices
Strategies for Reducing the Water Footprint
Identifying and implementing water-saving opportunities
Reducing water withdrawals, improving efficiency, and managing discharges
Role of Technology, process optimization, and water reuse in Footprint Reduction