Anstey, NClark, REdwards, SHafner, PKaur, ILy, KMurillo Rincon, ASharpe, FTiralla, NHughey, KennethOchieng, BOBarker, VE2009-09-172009-051172-0859https://hdl.handle.net/10182/1201A qualitative evaluation of the performance of The Natural Step (TNS) implemented by eight Canterbury based organisations was undertaken. An evaluative framework containing a series of questions was formulated to facilitate an analysis of the goals, implementation and performance of TNS in the participant organisations. The research identified that TNS is an effective ‘ems’ that provides the framework for improved sustainability performance. It was found to be flexible, adaptable to a variety of organisational structures, however not without limitations in terms of documentation and auditing.pp.1-46en©LEaP, Lincoln University, New Zealand 2008 This information may be copied or reproduced electronically and distributed to others without restriction, provided LEaP, Lincoln University is acknowledged as the source of information. Under no circumstances may a charge be made for this information without the express permission of LEaP, Lincoln University, New Zealand.environmental managementEnvironmental Management Systems (EMS)environmental performanceorganisational performancesustainabilityChristchurchThe Natural Step (TNS)OtherMarsden::300804 Environmental impact assessmentMarsden::350100 Accounting, Auditing and AccountabilityANZSRC::0502 Environmental Science and Management