HHW Technical Council

HHW CONTACT 

Tony Hackett, Policy Associate (he/him)

Tony graduated summa cum laude from Stanford University with B.A.'s in Anthropology and Political Science in 2020. As an undergraduate, his work focused primarily on public service and social change, with experiences ranging from environmental justice advocacy and sustainability research to legal aid and public-sector project management. His previous experience includes work with the National Science Foundation, Community Water Center, Legal Services of Northern California, and the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment.

As a Policy Associate with CAW, Tony works on waste reduction and recycling policy and implementation, as well as coalition-building and legislative advocacy. When he isn't at work, Tony can likely be found obsessing over new growth in his tropical plant greenhouse, caring for his frogs, clutching a (large) mug of coffee near the Capitol, or basking in a puddle of Sacramento sunshine.

Julia Au, Vice-Chair
RethinkWaste
jau@rethinkwaste.org

Julia Au joined RethinkWaste team in 2017 and is currently the Senior Outreach, Education and Compliance Manager. She is responsible for a variety of engaging waste reduction and outreach programs for residents and businesses, media and communications, policy and legislation, and compliance with state and local laws and regulations. Julia has over ten years of experience in environmental policy and outreach programs while working in local government and non-profit organizations.

Virginia McCormick, Treasurer
California Product Stewardship Council
virginia@calpsc.org

Virginia McCormick joined the California Product Stewardship (CPSC) in 2022 and currently serves as an Associate II. She works on a variety of projects, such as the ReFuel Your Fun & $ave! campaign focused on educating the public about reusable 1 lb. propane cylinders. Additionally, Ms. McCormick engages in policy advocacy for extended producer responsibility and product stewardship. Beyond these responsibilities, she contributes to various small projects at CPSC, addressing issues related to the reduction of household hazardous waste, proper disposal of priority products, minimizing illegal dumping activities, and other material management topics.

Courtney Scott, Membership Chair
Zero Waste Sonoma
courtney.scott@sonoma-county.org

Courtney Scott has worked in HHW for over 10 years. She began her career with the San Rafael Fire Department coordinating the Marin HHW Facility for five years in partnership with Marin Resource Recycling and Zero Waste Marin. Currently, she is the HHW Program Manager for Zero Waste Sonoma managing the HHW and e-waste programs. She's been with Zero Waste Sonoma for six years and loves being part of an all-female agency.