Kuramathi Maldives has appointed Tom Osborne as the new Sustainability Manager. In his role, Tom will lead the resort's sustainability initiatives, serving as the driving force behind our commitment to environmental stewardship. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with Travelife standards, collaborating with the engineering team to optimise energy use, and managing significant projects such as a new coral restoration programme 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 Kuramathi Maldives' environmental impact.

Growing up in the serene countryside of Cornwall, Tom always felt a deep connection to nature. This love led him to pursue marine biology, where he can blend his work with his passion for the ocean. Tom loves diving and surfing whenever he has free time. Tom has been in this position for four months, bringing a strong foundation of experience and passion for sustainability. Before joining us, he worked in many esteemed 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 programmes at Kuramathi Maldives.

At Kuramathi, Tom is spearheading initiatives to reduce staff food waste and minimise single-use plastics through reusable bottles. His commitment to sustainability is reflected in his ongoing efforts to stay informed on the latest trends and practises. 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 our resort and the wider environment.