The management system developed to systematically reduce and, if possible, eliminate the harm that businesses may cause or have caused to the environment during their packaging production processes is called "Packaging and Environmental Aspects Management."

ISO 18601:2013 Packaging and Environmental Aspects Management includes criteria and best practices aimed at reducing the environmental impacts of packaging materials. This standard defines the procedures required to assess and manage the environmental impacts of packaging throughout its entire life cycle.

ISO 18601:2013 provides guidance to packaging manufacturers and suppliers on establishing and improving environmental management systems. This standard offers procedures and methods aimed at minimizing the environmental impacts of packaging materials throughout their life cycle. The standard covers topics such as the use of recyclable materials, energy and resource efficiency, waste management, and sustainable packaging design.

ISO 18601:2013 is not a product standard but a system standard, focusing not on what is produced but on how it is produced. It is based on monitoring and continuously improving environmental performance. It requires compliance with the conditions defined by relevant legislation and laws regarding environmental factors in the packaging sector.

• The environmental impact and risks of company activities are identified and controlled, thereby reducing factors that negatively affect the environment.
• Costs arising from environmental impacts are reduced.
• Compliance with environmental laws and regulations is ensured.
• Environmental impacts that may arise in emergencies are reduced or completely eliminated.
• Compliance with legislation and regulations can be demonstrated to legal authorities through a documented environmental management system and the ISO 18601:2013 Certificate.
• Recognition is achieved both nationally and internationally, enhancing the organization's prestige.
• Training provided to company personnel increases environmental awareness among employees.
• Working in a facility that does not harm the environment motivates employees.
• Consumer expectations regarding the environment are met, and the chance to reach and win over conscious consumers increases.
• Resources are used effectively (savings in energy, water, etc. are achieved).
• Waste released into the environment is reduced.

The implementation of the ISO 18601:2013 standard enables organizations to reduce their environmental impacts, increase customer satisfaction, and gain a competitive advantage in the market.