Environmental Management System Unit

The Angkor Environmental Management System Unit - EMS Unit - was established in May 2003 by a Japanese-Joint Team and the APSARA Authority to play a core role in implementing the Angkor Environmental Management System. The EMS Unit and 6 other members from all departments of APSARA Authority are currently under training for the Angkor Environmental Management System through the International Standard (ISO) 14001.

Registered in 1992 on the World Heritage List, the Archaeological Park of Angkor (Angkor Park) has been under the protection and management of APSARA Authority since this date. The Angkor Park contains many temples and local inhabitations in beautiful natural surroundings and is increasingly attracting the attention of national and international visitors.

The Environmental Management System was introduced to APSARA Authority in order to manage the region, conserve and maintain the buildings of historical significance as well as developing the region, and also to create a society based on a sustainable development for the next generations in harmony wsith the environment, culture and communities.