Sustainability Committee
The Sustainability Committee was formed in September 2022 to oversee the development and implementation of our strategy and policies on sustainability as directed by Council and to advise Council on sustainability matters.
In 2023 the Committee aimed to explore, promote and oversee the implementation of policies and practical measures leading to a more sustainable CIPA and, by extension, patent attorney profession. CIPA became a member of Climate Action for Associations (‘CAFA’), who work with membership organisations to take proactive climate action and commit to net zero.
CAFA provides the information, guidance, solutions, events and peer-to-peer engagement that membership organisations need. We will be working with CAFA to begin its journey to net zero.
We have taken steps to reduce our carbon footprint in regards to events by printing less and choosing vegetarian options instead of meat. These are the first of many changes to be made.