Rodrigo García González

Innovator. Founder, Notpla.

English

Spanish

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United Kingdom

Londres

What are the Expert’s Topics?

Topics

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Creative thinking

design thinking

Diseño

Economía Circular

Future Trends

out of the box

Startup

waste management

About the Expert

Who Is Rodrigo García González?

Rodrigo García González is a renowned designer, architect, and inventor, widely recognized as a pioneer in the fight against plastic pollution. As co-founder and co-CEO of Notpla, he has revolutionized the packaging industry with his innovative product, Ooho!, a seaweed-based edible packaging designed to reduce single-use plastic consumption. Educated in architecture and product design at prestigious institutions such as the Royal College of Art and Imperial College London, Rodrigo has dedicated his career to creating sustainable and disruptive solutions that push the limits of innovation and promote a more eco-friendly future.

What is his Background?

Rodrigo García González has been internationally awarded for his inventions and commitment to sustainability. Among his most notable achievements is the development of Ooho!, an innovative edible water packaging that addresses the severe issue of plastic pollution, earning him awards such as the Lexus Design Award and the WIRED Startup of the Year. In addition to co-founding Notpla (Skipping Rocks Lab), he has received funding from Climate-KIC, allowing him to develop and expand his circular economy projects. Over his career, Rodrigo has also served as a Product Design lecturer at Kingston University, imparting his knowledge to future designers at leading institutions such as the Royal College of Art and Imperial College London.

Beyond his design work, Rodrigo has a unique background as an improvisation actor, a discipline in which he won the gold medal at the World Improvisation Championship in Santiago, Chile, in 2009. His multidisciplinary approach and applied creativity skills make him a prominent figure in sustainable innovation.

Speaker’s Conferences

What Are His Conferences Like?

Rodrigo García González’s conferences are inspiring and educational, focusing on sustainability and radical innovation. With a clear passion for reducing plastic waste and an engaging style, Rodrigo shares his personal and professional experiences that have led him to redefine the packaging industry. His talks are filled with disruptive ideas and practical examples of how creativity and eco-design can drive real change. Rodrigo involves the audience in a conversation about the future of our planet and the essential role of design in achieving a more sustainable society.

Selection of Conferences

The Ooho! Revolution: Making Plastic Disappear

Discover how Rodrigo García González is leading the transformation of the packaging industry with Ooho!, his innovative seaweed-based edible packaging. In this talk, Rodrigo delves into the importance of finding sustainable solutions to the single-use plastic problem, sharing the lessons and challenges encountered on the path toward a circular economy. An inspiring session for those who wish to learn about the impact of design on sustainability.

Eco-Design: The Future of Sustainability

Explore the role of design in creating a more sustainable world with this talk by Rodrigo. Through real-life examples, Rodrigo shares insights on how eco-design can shift our approach to the environment, offering sustainable alternatives that help reduce our ecological footprint and contribute to the planet’s preservation.

Innovation and Creativity: Beyond Limits

In this talk, Rodrigo García González takes the audience on a journey through his career as an innovator, from his earliest inventions to his latest projects at Notpla. Rodrigo demonstrates how pushing the boundaries of creativity enables solutions that transform entire industries. A session for those seeking inspiration to think “outside the box.”

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If you’re looking for an inspiring, innovative talk on sustainability, design, and creativity, you can book Rodrigo García González through Thinking Heads. As a leading innovator in sustainable packaging, Rodrigo offers a unique perspective on transforming environmental challenges into design opportunities and positive change. Contact Thinking Heads today for more information and to secure his participation in your next event.

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