CETA was founded on the principle of quality and that remains its hallmark for the future. In listing its goals and objectives, CETA strives to create a pledge among its members to help foster these goals within the industry.

• Promote quality assurance through the review of existing standards and the development of new methodologies
• Work with government and regulatory agencies on issues affecting the controlled environment and contamination control industries
• Foster the effective transfer of industry technology and information through an annual meeting and quarterly journal.
• Provide continuing education by publishing technical journals, papers, and other publications
• Develop professional relationships with allied associations
• Promote environmental safety and occupational health