Allan Law Office is committed to running an office that is as environmentally sustainable as possible.

A paperless office prevents deforestation:

• Documents are viewed and edited electronically.
• Correspondence is sent by email, if possible.
• Faxes are received by a computer without ever being printed.
• Files are encrypted and securely stored electronically.
• If paper is necessary, 100% post-consumer recycled paper is used.

An energy-wise office reduces carbon emissions:

• Office equipment is energy star rated.
• Office equipment is only powered on when actually in use.
• The office participates in PGE’s wind energy program.

A waste-conscientious office reduces landfills:

• Any food scraps are fed to Bryan’s chickens.
• Plain paper is shredded and used for chicken bedding.
• Other papers, plastics, glass, and metals are recycled.
• All electronics are properly recycled.

A local office supports the Portland-area community:

• Goods and services are purchased locally, whenever possible.
• Telecommuting, mass transit and biking are used, whenever possible.
• If driving is necessary, a car with high-mileage is used.

Goals for the future:

• An office that is LEED certified using solar photovoltaic power, solar water heating, and rainwater harvesting.
• An electric car or plug-in hybrid.