About Zero Waste Co
Trusted by leading cultural institutions and global brands.
Zero Waste Co designs and implements zero waste systems for events, venues, and hospitality environments—supporting complex settings where execution matters.
Since 2012, we have partnered with cultural institutions, global brands, and large-scale public events to deliver sustainability solutions that work in real-world conditions.
Founded by Sofia Ratcovich
Sofia Ratcovich is a sustainability operator with over a decade of experience implementing zero waste systems across complex event environments.
Her work spans:
Cultural institutions
Global brands
Public events and festivals
She combines hands-on operational expertise with long-standing leadership in sustainability, designing systems that perform at scale.
Experience & Leadership
Founder, Zero Waste Co (2012–Present)
Advisory Board Member, USGBC California
Climate Reality Leader (Al Gore Training)
Work with organizations including 5 Gyres, Surfrider Foundation, and Global Inheritance
Sofia’s work is driven by a long-standing commitment to environmental responsibility and a belief that systems—not just ideas—create meaningful change.
