Sustainability at Earthjustice
As the nation’s leading environmental law organization, our operations are grounded in the same values that guide our legal work.
With over 580 employees in 15 offices nationwide, Earthjustice strives to ensure that how and where we work — across offices, communities, remote locations, and courtrooms — demonstrate our commitment to justice and environmental stewardship.
We aim to set a high bar for sustainable practices within the nonprofit and legal sectors by focusing on three core areas:
We prioritize healthy relationships with the Earth, each other, and our communities, and by aligning our decisions with our values.
- Nature-inspired workplace design and artwork
- Sustainable, plant-forward menu choices
- Toxin-free work environments
- Opportunities for meaningful staff connection
We continuously work to minimize emissions and waste across all our operations.
- Sustainable procurement of services, supplies, and materials
- Low-emissions commuting and efficient space use
- Waste reduction through composting, recycling, and mindful consumption
We proactively assess and respond to climate-related risks across our operations.
- Real estate decisions informed by climate risks
- Emergency and extreme weather preparedness
We prioritize healthy relationships with the Earth, each other, and our communities, and by aligning our decisions with our values.
- Nature-inspired workplace design and artwork
- Sustainable, plant-forward menu choices
- Toxin-free work environments
- Opportunities for meaningful staff connection
We continuously work to minimize emissions and waste across all our operations.
- Sustainable procurement of services, supplies, and materials
- Low-emissions commuting and efficient space use
- Waste reduction through composting, recycling, and mindful consumption
We proactively assess and respond to climate-related risks across our operations.
- Real estate decisions informed by climate risks
- Emergency and extreme weather preparedness
We’ve been doing things sustainably for a long time.
We’ve been making smart, sustainable choices for years. From using non-toxic, sustainable products in daily operations to low-waste events, our past efforts laid the groundwork for deeper climate action. Now, we’re sharpening our focus on reducing emissions. We’re taking practical steps to lower emissions in the areas where we can make the biggest difference — travel, energy, commuting, events, and what we buy. Our approach is strategic, rooted in science and data, and guided by our values
Office Energy Use
We are choosing energy-efficient office spaces and working with landlords to improve building performance and increase renewable energy.
Commuting & Remote Work
By offering flexible remote work options and encouraging low-emissions commuting, we reduce the carbon footprint of our daily operations.
Business Travel
We're rethinking how and why we travel — prioritizing lower-emissions modes of transportation, choosing venues with sustainability commitments, and supporting virtual participation when possible.
Events & Gatherings
We design meetings and retreats to minimize travel, reduce waste, and source food and materials sustainably.
Purchasing
We plan to implement sustainable procurement practices, focusing on services and products that reduce emissions and are environmentally responsible.
Mailings
We’re looking closely at how we manage our mailings to reduce the environmental impact while still connecting with our donors.
There is still plenty of work to do, and we’re excited to keep pushing forward.
Sustainability is an evolving journey that touches every part of our work.
We’re committed to engaging staff, improving practices, and scaling solutions that align with our mission and reduce our climate impact.
Our practices are shaped by our values, informed by science, and led by a commitment to justice. Every decision we make is an opportunity to align our operations with the future we’re fighting for.
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Photo credits: Earthjustice staff share a quiet moment at a biennial all-staff meeting. (Matt Roth for Earthjustice) Earthjustice staff on a well-earned break. (Alison Yin for Earthjustice) The golden-cheeked warbler’s protections under the Endangered Species Act serve in many ways as a last line of defense for species across Texas Hill Country. (Sergio Flores for Earthjustice) Earthjustice's offices in Washington, D.C. (Artwork depicts photo of a Klamath Tribe fisherman by Martin do Nascimento / Earthjustice.)