Services

I am Leticia Socal, a chemist with a PhD in Materials Science and extensive business experience. I am dedicated to leveraging my deep industry knowledge to foster a zero-waste and lower-waste economy, driven by sustainability and environmental responsibility.

“We all have a role in building a Zero Waste future. It begins by inspiring companies and individuals to change their practices and embrace more sustainable solutions.”

Expertise

I specialize in advancing sustainable solutions across the plastics and packaging value chain. With deep technical knowledge and cross-sector experience, I help companies navigate the complexities of circular economy strategies, policy compliance, and environmental impact. Whether you’re launching a new initiative or refining existing operations, our consulting services are designed to deliver actionable insights and measurable results.

  • Polymer Science: Translating complex plastic technologies into actionable, sustainable solutions.
  • Plastic & Packaging Policy: Supporting CPG companies with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) software implementation, vendor assessments, and alignment with internal capabilities.
  • Plastic Footprinting & Mitigation Strategies: Expertise in plastic accounting, plastic credits, reduction strategies, recycled content integration, and reuse systems.
  • Recycling Technologies: Deep understanding of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) principles and comparative analysis of recycling and disposal options, including chemical recycling, mechanical recycling, incineration, and landfill.
  • Product Environmental Assessment: Full-cycle analysis frameworks including LCA, circularity, end-of-life pathways, toxic chemical impact, and biodiversity: focused on maximizing product circularity while minimizing environmental footprint.
  • TRUE Zero Waste Certification & Precertification Consulting: Certified TRUE Zero Waste Advisor (USGBC), helping companies reduce waste across manufacturing sites, workplaces, and events.

Sustainable Packaging Consulting

Reusable, Compostable, Recyclable, Naked?

Not sure which sustainable packaging option is best for your product? Seeking a solution that balances product integrity with environmental impact?

I specialize in finding packaging solutions that work for both your product’s needs and the planet. Whether you need a full evaluation of your packaging process or a tailored solution for a specific product, I offer flexible consulting to meet your goals. Every step counts, and I’m here to guide you.

My approach takes a holistic view of your entire process, or I can focus on individual products. I’ll design packaging solutions that maintain your product’s quality, ensure safe and efficient transport, and clearly communicate your green initiatives to your customers.

Additionally, I can conduct a Circularity Assessment to identify strategies for making your product and process more circular, helping you move toward a more sustainable and closed-loop system.

TRUE Zero Waste Certification & Precertification Consulting

TRUE Zero Waste Certification & Pre-Certification Consulting

Do you feel like your facility is generating too much waste—and, even more importantly, buying unnecessary supplies? You’re not alone. Many companies that have pursued TRUE Zero Waste certification have been surprised by the significant cost savings that follow.

I can help your company assess its waste stream and develop tailored, innovative solutions focused on waste reduction and circularity. These solutions may include:

  • Zero Waste & Circular Economy Strategy & Planning
  • Zero Waste Program Design, Implementation, & Monitoring
  • Waste Reduction & Landfill Diversion Programs
  • Waste Management & Composting Programs

I’ll guide you through every step of the process, from initial assessment to long-term implementation, ensuring you meet your sustainability goals while saving costs.

Learn more about the TRUE Zero Waste framework, a GBCI certification, and discover how it can help transform your waste management practices.

It all begins with a complimentary assessment of your needs. Reach out to get started here.

Examples of past projects:

  • Green Event Certification
    • In 2023, the Atlanta Green Market (AGM) became the first event in Georgia to receive Oceanic Global’s 2-Star Blue Standard Verification for eliminating single-use plastics and implementing sustainable practices. In 2024, the AGM expanded to a four-day event and maintained its 2-Star Blue Standard certification.
  • Industry Consulting
    • Conducted an environmental impact analysis of various recycling pathways—mechanical recycling, pyrolysis, gasification, purification, and incineration—for a recycling company. The assessment focused on evaluating the water usage, energy consumption, and CO2e emissions associated with each method.
    • Conducted a competitive analysis and growth landscape assessment for bio-polyethylene (PE) packaging, supporting a well-established packaging converter.
  • Technical Consulting
    • Provided technical consulting to a seaweed-based packaging materials startup, addressing key technical challenges and identifying potential partnerships in both public and private sectors. The project also included conducting a comprehensive market analysis and evaluating application opportunities for replacing polyolefin-based materials with sustainable alternatives.
    • Developed a sustainability scorecard for a sustainable fashion startup, evaluating circularity and chemicals of concern in textiles.
    • industry consulting: provided competitive analysis and growth landscape on Bio-polyethylene (PE) packaging for a stablished packaging converter.