activities · 14
what they do
direct service · 14
- Annual ConferenceHosts an annual conference, such as the 21st Annual Conference held in March 2026, which provides sustainable items to over 250 registrants.
- Annual Conference Member Meetings and ConventionsHosts an annual conference, such as the 21st Annual Conference held on March 4-5, 2026, in Mesa, AZ. The conference provides sustainable items to registrants and supports the scholarship fund through sponsorships.
- Environmental Scholarship Program Environmental Studies ScholarshipsAwards over $10,000 annually in scholarships to graduate and undergraduate students in environmental programs in Arizona, having awarded over $125,000 to Arizona students in total. In recent years, the program has consistently awarded scholarships to 4-8 students annually.
- Environmental Scholarship Program Environmental Studies ScholarshipsAwards over $10,000 annually in scholarships to graduate and undergraduate students in environmental programs in Arizona, having awarded over $125,000 to Arizona students in total. In recent years, the program has awarded scholarships to 4-8 students annually.
- Environmental Scholarship Program Environmental Studies ScholarshipsAwards over $10,000 annually in scholarships to graduate and undergraduate students in environmental programs in Arizona, having awarded over $125,000 in total. The program typically awards scholarships to 6-8 students per year.
- Field Trips and Outdoor Activities Guided Environmental Field TripsOrganizes field trips and outdoor activities for young professionals, including past events like a trip to Karchner Caverns, a kayak trip on the Verde River, and a visit to Biosphere 2.
- Field Trips for Young Professionals Guided Environmental Field TripsOrganizes and hosts field trip events for young professionals to various environmental and scientific sites, such as Karchner Caverns, the Verde River, and Biosphere 2.
- Field Trips for Young Professionals Guided Environmental Field TripsOrganizes and hosts field trip events for young professionals to various environmental and scientific sites, including past trips to Karchner Caverns, the Verde River, and Biosphere 2.
- Professional Networking Mixers (F3 Mixers) Industry Conference & Networking EventsHosts Fun Fifth Friday (F3) Mixers to connect young and developing professionals, mentors, and employers in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and sustainability fields. These mixers are held on specific dates throughout the year, typically from 5:30 to 8:00 PM.
- Professional Networking Mixers (F3 Mixers) Industry Conference & Networking EventsHosts "Fun Fifth Friday (F3) Mixers" to connect young and developing professionals, mentors, and employers in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and sustainability fields. These mixers are held on specific dates throughout the year.
- Professional Networking and Development Events Industry Conference & Networking EventsHosts "Fun Fifth Friday (F3) Mixers" to connect young and developing professionals, mentors, and employers in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and sustainability fields. These mixers are held on specific dates throughout the year.
- Student Poster Competition Student Art and Design CompetitionsHosts an annual student poster competition with cash prizes for first place, second place, and people's choice winners.
- Technical Luncheon Meetings Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts monthly technical luncheon meetings from August through June, featuring guest speakers and presentations on environmental management. These meetings provide a buffet-style lunch with dietary options available.
- Technical Luncheon Meetings Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts monthly technical luncheon meetings from August through June, featuring guest speakers and presentations on environmental management. These meetings provide a buffet-style lunch.
strategies · 10
how they think
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- Community and Experiential Engagement engagement_through_experiential_activitiesStrengthens member engagement and promotes environmental stewardship through hands-on community service events, outdoor field trips, and experiential activities that connect professionals with environmental causes in practical settings.
- Cultivating environmental professionals through education and networking professional_development_and_networkingEPAZ cultivates current and future environmental professionals by providing educational outreach, scholarships, professional development opportunities (including certification exam assistance and continuous education credits), and by connecting them with mentors and employers through networking events, conferences, and committees.
- Cultivating environmental professionals through education, networking, and mentorship professional_development_and_networkingEPAZ cultivates current and future environmental professionals by providing educational outreach, scholarships, and awareness of employment opportunities, facilitating professional development through conferences, monthly meetings, and continuous education credits, and offering networking and mentorship opportunities to connect young professionals with experienced mentors and employers.
- Facilitating information exchange and collaboration among environmental professionals information_sharing_and_collaborationEPAZ facilitates the exchange of relevant environmental information and fosters collaboration among professionals from diverse sectors through monthly meetings and an annual conference focused on regulatory and technical updates.
- Information and Resource Sharing information_sharingFacilitates access to timely environmental information and resources through monthly meetings, conference sponsorships, and technology-focused committee work to support member growth and organizational sustainability.
- Professional Development through Conferences and Education professional_conference_and_networkingAdvances environmental leadership by hosting annual conferences and monthly meetings featuring technical updates, expert speakers, and opportunities for continuing education credits (CE units), supporting certification maintenance and knowledge sharing across sectors.
- Professional Networking and Mentorship professional_networkingConnects young and developing professionals with mentors and employers in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and sustainability fields through structured networking events, mixers, and a Young Professionals (YPs) committee to foster career development and leadership pathways.
- Promoting environmental stewardship through community engagement community_engagement_and_stewardshipEPAZ promotes environmental stewardship by engaging its members in community outreach events and by organizing activities that raise awareness and encourage leadership in environmental management.
- Promoting environmental stewardship through community engagement community_engagementEPAZ promotes environmental stewardship by engaging its members in community outreach events and activities, fostering leadership in environmental management through collaboration and community outreach.
- Student and Future Professional Support scholarship programEncourages students pursuing careers in environmental fields through scholarships, educational outreach, and awareness of employment opportunities, administered via dedicated committees to build the next generation of environmental professionals.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Annual Conference
Professional gathering featuring sponsorships, exhibitors, and networking for environmental professionals in Arizona
Educational Outreach Sponsorship
Supports student engagement through sponsor-donated funds directed to the scholarship program
Environmental Scholarship Program
Provides financial awards to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing environmental studies at Arizona institutions
relationships · 67
who they work with
- APS Partner — Co-branded sponsor for the conference
- APS Partner — Collaborator Sponsor for the 2026 conference.
- ASU SkySong Partner — Provides the location for EPAZ's monthly luncheon meetings.
- AmSpec Partner — Power breakfast sponsor
- AmSpec AbLabs Partner — Power Breakfast Sponsor for the 2026 conference.
- Ancon Services Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
- Archwood Environmental Partner — Environmental Leadership Sponsor for the 2026 conference.
- Archwood Environmental Partner — Environmental leadership sponsor
- BC2 Environmental Partner — Friend of the Conference for the 2026 conference.
- BC2 Environmental Partner — Friend of the conference
- Blue NAMMO Partner — Environmental leadership sponsor
- CEC Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
- Cascade Environmental Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
- Clark Hill Partner — Educational Outreach Sponsor for the 2026 conference.
- Clark Hill Partner — Educational outreach sponsor
- Clean Earth Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
- Dudek Partner — Lanyard Sponsor for the 2026 conference.
- EPA Region 9 Government — Features leadership from EPA Region 9 as keynote speaker at annual conference.
- EPIC Environmental Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
- ERIS Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
- ERTH Works Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
- EnviroServe Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
- Environmental Noise Control Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
- Environmental Response Inc. Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
- Garth Corp Partner — Exhibitor for the 2026 conference.
- Geosyntec Partner — Networking Reception Sponsor for the 2026 conference.
- Geosyntec Partner — Networking reception sponsor
- Grand Canyon University Partner — Friend of the Conference for the 2026 conference.
- Grand Canyon University Partner — Friend of the conference
- Hundred Mile Brewing Company Partner — Host venue for the May 29, 2026 F3 Mixer event.
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