Alyah K.
Sustainability Strategist | Zero-Waste | GHG Accounting | Program Management
- Role
- Bay Area Organizer at Out In Climate
- Location
- San Francisco, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Alyah K.
As a dynamic and growth-focused sustainability leader, I have extensive experience in integrating environmental goals into organizational practices, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and driving transformative initiatives such as zero-waste operations and climate action strategies.As a forward-thinking environmentalist, I have championed sustainability programs combining operational efficiency with impactful community outcomes. I am known for securing funding, advancing regulatory compliance, and delivering measurable environmental results.As a compassionate and motivational sustainability advocate, I aim to inspire action through innovative storytelling and strategic partnerships. I strive to provide value as a company resource and have consistently achieved recognition, awards, and growth opportunities throughout my career.A few of my career highlights include:• Secured and directed $800K+ in sustainability capital projects, driving operational efficiency and lessening environmental impact, including cutting CO₂ emissions and optimizing employee travel for 500+ staff.• Achieved 90% waste diversion and implemented zero-waste operations for 45% of events, donating 8K+ lbs. of goods to nonprofits and solidifying the Warriors as leaders in environmental stewardship.• Spearheaded a local tree planting initiative in San Francisco, planting 50 mature urban trees in neighborhoods with low tree coverage, boosting tree equity, and improving local air quality.
Experience
Bay Area Organizer
Jan 2024 — Present
Creating a community for LGBTQ+ professionals in climate.
Education
KU Leuven
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Global Studies: Sustainable Development
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam)
Master of Science - MS, Environment & Resource Management
Loyola University Maryland
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Global Studies: Sustainable Development
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