Christopher Slafter, Senior Sustainability Specialist, San Mateo County Sustainability Department (Term: 2025-2026)
Chris Slafter is a Senior Sustainability Specialist with the San Mateo County Sustainability Department, where he leads programs supporting the County’s Disposable Foodware Ordinance. He also coordinates countywide efforts and collaborates with jurisdictions across California to implement effective foodware ordinance programs. Before joining the County, Chris worked with Clean Water Action’s ReThink Disposable program, helping hundreds of businesses transition from single-use to reusable foodware.
His passion for sustainability began a decade ago when he noticed excessive litter at his favorite surf spot – inspiring him to pursue a career in environmental advocacy. Chris holds an M.S. in Environmental Management from the University of San Francisco and a B.A. in Philosophy from San Jose State University. He lives in Oakland, CA, with his wife and two sons, enjoying fatherhood and working toward a waste-free future.