Gabriela Navarro
About Gabriela Navarro
Gabriela Navarro is a Waste Zero Specialist currently working at Recology, where she focuses on implementing compost programs in the commercial sector. With a background in sustainability and community outreach, she has held various roles in environmental organizations and government offices in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Work at Recology
Gabriela Navarro has been employed at Recology as a Waste Zero Specialist since 2021. In this role, she focuses on promoting waste reduction and diversion strategies. She manages social media profiles for Recology San Mateo County, aiming to engage the community in sustainable practices. Her work is aligned with California state mandates regarding waste management.
Previous Experience in Sustainability
Before joining Recology, Gabriela Navarro worked as a Consulting Studio Coordinator and Sustainability Analyst at Gensler from 2018 to 2021. In this position, she contributed to sustainability initiatives in the San Francisco Bay Area. Additionally, she served as an Environmental Education Aide at the San Francisco Department of the Environment from 2017 to 2018, where she supported educational programs related to environmental awareness.
Community Engagement and Outreach
Gabriela Navarro has experience in community outreach, having interned at the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services in 2015. During her six-month internship at San Francisco City Hall, she engaged with local communities to promote civic involvement. She also collaborates with community partners to implement sustainable behavior changes that comply with California state mandates, including AB 1826, SB 1383, and AB 341.
Educational Background
Gabriela Navarro studied at San Francisco State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies and Planning from 2010 to 2015. She also attended the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne for 11 months in 2012, enhancing her understanding of urban issues in an international context. She completed her high school education at Jefferson High School, graduating with a diploma in 2010.