Kuramathi Maldives announces the appointment of Tom Osborne as their new Sustainability Manager. In his role, Tom will lead the resort’s sustainability initiatives, serving as the driving force behind the resort’s commitment to environmental stewardship. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with Travelife standards, collaborating with the engineering team to optimize energy use, and managing significant projects such as a new coral restoration program on the resort’s house reef, and the construction of a new facility for the Maldives Coral Institute. Tom’s role is pivotal in integrating both large-scale and small-scale sustainability measures to enhance the resort’s environmental impact.
Tom has been in the position for four months, bringing a strong foundation of experience and passion for sustainability. Before joining the resort he worked in organizations in Costa Rica, Saudi Arabia, and Kenya, where he gained valuable insights into marine conservation. Tom holds a BSc and an MRes in Marine Biology from Swansea University in Wales, with his research focusing on juvenile green turtles. This background equips him with the expertise needed to address broader sustainability challenges and drive impactful environmental programs at Kuramathi Maldives.
At Kuramathi, Tom is spearheading initiatives to reduce staff food waste and minimize single-use plastics through reusable bottles. His commitment to sustainability is reflected in his ongoing efforts to stay informed on the latest trends and practices. Guided by the principle that “We do not inherit the Earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children,” Tom is dedicated to making a lasting positive impact on both the resort and the wider environment.