In 2004, sustainability and technology industries were identified as critical to Arizona's future. A 2006 summit in northern Arizona brought together over 150 stakeholders from 70 organizations to discuss establishing a regional organization called SEDI to advance sustainable economic development. SEDI's goals are to achieve awareness and support for sustainable development, become a recognized center for sustainability policy and practice, establish a supportive regulatory environment, and integrate sustainability into business, education, and workforce development.