Français: Système de classification des industries de l'Amêrique du Nord
The North American Industry Classification System or NAICS (pronounced "nakes") is used by business and government to classify business establishments according to type of economic activity (process of production) in Canada, Mexico, and the United States of America. It has largely replaced the older Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) system; however, certain government departments and agencies, such as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), still use the SIC codes.
NAICS stands for the North American Industry Classification System, which is a standardized system used to classify businesses and organizations in North America. It is used by government agencies, researchers, and other stakeholders to analyze economic and environmental trends and to develop policies and regulations.
In the context of the environment, the NAICS system is used to categorize businesses and organizations based on their environmental impact and sustainability practices. Here are some examples of NAICS codes related to the environment:
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11 Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting: This category includes businesses involved in agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting, such as crop production, animal production, and logging.
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22 Utilities: This category includes businesses involved in the production and distribution of electric power, natural gas, water, and other utilities.
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23 Construction: This category includes businesses involved in the construction of buildings, highways, and other infrastructure projects, as well as specialty trades such as plumbing and electrical work.
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54 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services: This category includes businesses that provide environmental consulting, engineering, and other technical services.
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56 Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services: This category includes businesses that provide support services such as waste management and remediation, as well as administrative services such as office administration and temporary staffing.
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62 Health Care and Social Assistance: This category includes businesses that provide health care and social assistance services, such as hospitals, nursing homes, and social service organizations.
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72 Accommodation and Food Services: This category includes businesses that provide lodging and food services, such as hotels, restaurants, and catering services.
By using NAICS codes to categorize businesses and organizations, stakeholders can more easily track and analyze trends in the environmental impact and sustainability practices of different industries. This can help to inform policy decisions and promote sustainable practices across the economy.