Racing to Zero
We work with sports organizations of all sizes to help equip you with the tools and knowledge to tackle climate change
Our Story
Driven by a passion for sports at the grassroots level, we recognized a gap. While global events were moving towards sustainability, local sports needed direction.
Now, we champion eco-friendly practices and inspire sustainability across sport organizations of all sizes, extending our impact beyond the playing field to touch lives in broader communities.
Our Services
From strategic sustainability planning to detailed environmental accounting and engaging education, our services guide you towards achieving eco-friendly milestones in the sporting world.
Strategic Planning and Implementation
From starting your sustainability journey to exploring and implementing ways for you to achieve your climate objectives; we’ll be your dedicated partners working with you along your tailored roadmap.
We design or implement various projects to help you achieve your net-zero or zero-waste targets:
- Sustainability strategy development
- Waste management planning
- Sustainable communication planning
- Carbon emission reduction projects
- Green supply chain evaluation
Sustainability Accounting
We help you understand the impact your event, your organization, your team, or your sport in general has on the environment. This includes carbon accounting, waste and water use measurements as well as qualitative assessments using global best practices.
While following international standards, regulations and using internal calculators frameworks we will provide a final report including:
- Scope 1-3 carbon emissions
- Where applicable, comparisons against other Canadian sports
- Waste diversion report & water consumption report
- Racing to Zero’s qualitative sustainability assessment and score
Sustainability Education
Become empowered with the knowledge and tools needed to embrace sustainable practices via engaging content and workshops on the intersection of sport and climate.
We offer a range of educational sessions that can meet the needs of your stakeholders. All services are offered in person or virtual.
- Lunch and Learn style presentations
- Workshops (3 hours max)
Our Team
Behind every sustainable initiative lies a team with vision and commitment.
Meet the dedicated minds driving the change, blending sport and sustainability seamlessly.
Oluseyi Smith
Founder
OLY, P.Eng, MBA
Oliver Scholfield
Operations Lead
OLY
Dr. Donna Vakalis
Scientific Lead
OLY, PhD
Melissa Humana-Paredes
Research Specialist
OLY
Martha McCabe
Advisor
OLY
Oluseyi Smith
Founder
OLY, P.Eng, MBA
Oliver Scholfield
Operations Lead
OLY
Dr. Donna Vakalis
Scientific Lead
OLY, PhD
Melissa Humana-Paredes
Research Specialist
OLY
Martha McCabe
Advisor
OLY
Our Approach
Our Vision
We want to build a grassroots sport community equipped with the tools and knowledge to tackle climate change.
Our Mission
To foster pragmatic, measurable, and inspirational environmental sustainability changes for Canada's sport organizations.
Our Original Supporters
The backbone of our mission, these individuals and organizations empower us to strive for a sustainable future.
The IOC provided our initial seed money and continues to support us with technical resources through Yunus Sports Hub and the support of the IOC Young Leaders community.
The COC awarded Racing to Zero their 2021 OLY Canada Legacy Grant, and also provides support via their Canadian Olympic School Program service.
Our Resources & Partners
A selection of the network we leverage to champion a sustainable world.
Educational Video Series
A short series introducing you to common obstacles and their suggested solutions when beginning your sustainability journey in sport.
