A Guide to Environmental Reporting for Controlling Officers Introduction Background and Context Chapter 1 An Overview of Key Steps Chapter 2 Getting Started 1. Decide on your Organization's Objectives of Reporting 2. Appoint Responsible Persons 3. Identify your Target Audiences, their Needs and Expectations 4. Decide on Report Format 5. Decide on Report Style 6. Decide on the Timing of Publication Chapter 3 Report Framework and Contents 1. Controlling Officer's Profile of Key Responsibilities 2. Environmental Goal 3. Environmental Policy 4. Environmental Objectives, Targets and Milestones 5. Environmental Management Analysis 6. Environmental Performance Analysis 7. Environmental Actions Requiring Special Attention Chapter 4 Report Preparation 1. Gather Information and Data 2. Write Report 3. Obtain Internal Approval 4. Decide on Distribution Strategy 5. Print and Release Report Chapter 5 Possible Follow-ups 1. Invite Feedback 2. Evaluate Effectiveness of the Report Appendix 1 Resources and References Appendix 2 Glossary of Terms Annexes 1-7 Annex 1 Annex 2 Annex 3 Annex 4 Annex 5 Annex 6 Annex 7
