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# ICR Board

The ICR Board plays a vital role in approval of Policies and Compliance standards for ICR. The duties of the ICR Board are laid out in the [ICR Board Procedures](/documentation/icr-program/about-icr/leadership/organizational-roles-and-responsibilities/icr-board/icr-board-procedures-v3.2.md).

* **Policy:**
  * Authorizes key policies governing the organization's operations, including ethical guidelines, environmental policies, and operational procedures.
  * Ensures that policies are effectively communicated and implemented throughout the organization.
  * Regularly reviews policies to reflect changes in the external environment, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
* **Compliance:**
  * Oversees the organization's adherence to legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.
  * Ensures compliance with relevant environmental standards, such as ISO 14064, and other applicable international and national regulations.
  * Monitors compliance through regular reports from management and external audits, taking corrective actions when necessary to address any deviations or issues.


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