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Allens has been committed to sustainability for more than 10 years. The firm has implemented a lot of changes to reduce our impact on the environment, and these initiatives have been driven by our people.

From the firm’s leadership team and partners, to our staff and suppliers, everyone is charged with considering the environment when working on all projects. Our commitment to being sustainable leaders is driven, and formally monitored, by the Allens Footprint Committees. The Footprint Committees’ goal is to reduce Allens’ environmental footprint as much as possible in the areas of energy, water, waste (reuse and recycling), greenhouse emissions and procurement.

Fast facts

  • Our commitment – Allens has been committed to sustainability for more than 10 years.
  • Sustainability Policy - We strive to operate our business in a sustainable manner. Our policy covers our commitment to continuous improvement by monitoring performance against targets and ensuring future corporate strategies align with our values
  • Our footprint – This year marks a reduction of 31 per cent in carbon emissions for the firm since measuring began in 2006-2007.
  • Winner – Allens won the WSP Lincolne Scott Sustainability Leadership Award at the United Nations Association of Australia's World Environment Day Awards for 2010.
  • Sustainable procurement – This year, the firm launched the Sustainable Procurement Policy, which takes into account the environmental, ethical and social credentials of our suppliers, in addition to the factors of cost, quality and convenience.

Footprint Committees

With one in each Australian office, and as part of the Asia offices’ Community Committee, the Footprint Committees – headed by a firm-wide secretariat and national chairperson – are made up of partners and employees who monitor the firm’s progress, and inject fresh ideas for reducing our impact on the environment.

For more information about the Footprint Committees, please contact footprint@aar.com.au

Green tip

There are lots of things in the office that can be recycled and re-used. Anything from old lever arches and manila folders, to envelopes, letterheads, pens, pencils, highlighters, bulldog clips and in/out trays.

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