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1 The ISO 14000 standards provide industry with a structure for managing their environmental problems, which presumably will lead to better environmental performance.

2 It facilitates trade and minimizes trade barriers by harmonization of difference national standards. As a consequence, multiple inspections, certifications, and other conflicting requirements could be reduced.

3 It expands possible market opportunities.

4 In developing countries, ISO 14000 can be used as a way to enhance regulatory systems that are either nonexistent or weak in their environmental performance requirements.

5 A number of potential cost savings can be expected, includingincreased overall operating efficiency and higher productivityminimized liability claims and riskimproved compliance record (avoided fines and penalties)lower insurance rates