Task Force on Sustainability

In July 2011, the Board of Governors approved the creation of a task force to assess the environmental sustainability of the State Bar of Arizona ("SBA") and how the SBA could incorporate sustainability initiatives and/or provide resources on the topic to its members.

The goal of the State Bar of Arizona Task Force on Sustainability is to equip the State Bar of Arizona ("SBA") and its members with the knowledge and tools to promote conservation and protection of natural resources.

Specifically, the purpose of the Task Force on Sustainability is to:

• Assess the environmental sustainability of SBA offices and operations. (Estimated completion: January 2013).
• Evaluate ways in which the SBA may a) raise awareness of environmental sustainability and stewardship among its members; and b) equip itself and its members with the knowledge and tools to promote environmentally sustainable practices. (Estimated completion: January 2013).
• Issue a report to the SBA Board of Governors presenting the results of the Task Force's assessment and evaluation, and making recommendations consistent with its goal and purpose. (Estimated completion: January 2013).
• Assist in development and implementation of approved recommendations. (Estimated completion: June 2013, with possible extensions for more intricate recommendations).