Zach Ruiz is the Sustainability Manager for the Miami HEAT and Kaseya Center, where he leads organization wide environmental strategy. His leadership has earned recognition across waste reduction, energy efficiency, water efficiency, ESG strategy, and community engagement.
Since joining the HEAT, the arena has increased its annual waste diversion rate from ~6% to more than 50%. Initiatives include expanded recycling and compost programs, reduced fan-facing single-plastic and back-of-house sorting.
In addition to waste reduction, Zach champions community impact and resiliency through new regional environmental initiatives. This past season the Miami HEAT and Kaseya Center have supported local community partners that work with Miami-Dade County Public Schools, coral reef restoration, green space restoration, sea turtle conservation and food waste education.
