Sofia Mayorga

As the Certification Associate at the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute, Sofia Mayorga conducts technical reviews of certification applications and product assessments to ensure compliance with the Cradle to Cradle Certified Product Standard. In her role, she provides technical and operational support to stakeholders, assists in overseeing entities conducting conformity assessments, maintains standards consistency, and develops certification processes and tools. 

Sofia is dedicated to shaping a sustainable, circular, and resilient future by leveraging her background in science, circular design thinking, and environmental communication. Prior to joining the Institute, Sofia worked on various impactful projects, including conducting marine scientific research at the Netherlands Institute of Marine Research, enhancing the circularity of an inland aquaculture system through research on marine biogeochemical cycle at Bluelinked, and driving environmental engagement at Patagonia EU. 

Sofia holds a Master of Science degree in Bioinspired Innovation from Utrecht University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Exeter.