The heart of
Wasteless World
We are an organization that fosters a more connected, regenerative, and mindful society by addressing critical environmental issues through innovative community-led solutions.
Tom Wright
Founder & CEO
Tom is a visionary leader with a remarkable ability to bridge human connection with forward-thinking strategies. With extensive experience across successful startups and the corporate landscape of renewable energy, he’s mastered the balance between professionalism and agility. A natural team player and dynamic public speaker, Tom excels in fostering innovation, driving growth, and inspiring success.
Tom’s wealth of expertise in leadership, strategic planning, and navigating complex challenges makes him the perfect fit to serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors. His ability to bring together diverse teams, inspire purpose-driven action, and tackle global issues such as waste and biodiversity loss ensures he leads with both vision and impact. Tom is committed to pioneering innovative solutions while building a more sustainable and connected future.
Tom Wilkinson
CTO, Advisor & Treasurer
With over two decades of experience in technology, real estate, and sustainable development, Thomas blends strategic expertise with a passion for regenerative living. From co-founding high-tech startups to building eco-conscious tourism ventures in Scotland and the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, he brings a global mindset rooted in local impact. As CTO, advisor, and treasurer of Wasteless World, Thomas guides technological integration, funding strategies, and operational resilience - while championing projects that reconnect people with nature, community, and purpose.
Alan Smith
Director of International Operations
Alan is a trailblazer in sustainability, ESG, and the circular economy, bringing a wealth of expertise to his role as Director of International Operations at NSI Consultants. With certified skills in nonprofit consulting and a deep understanding of environmental legislation, he has built impactful networks across public committees, NGOs, and multinational corporations. Alan’s talent for project management, strategic communication, and fostering cross-sector collaborations has driven large-scale initiatives aligned with global sustainability goals.
His ability to navigate complex projects and create innovative models makes him the perfect fit as a lead project director, delivering social and environmental progress that truly matters. Alan’s passion for driving meaningful change ensures every project under his leadership is a step toward a brighter, more sustainable future.
Our Vision
Wasteless World envisions a future where communities thrive in harmony with nature, leading by example to create a global movement towards sustainability and mindful living. Through collective action, innovation, and a deep respect for the planet, we aim to leave a positive, lasting impact on the world.
We Believe in...
We believe in maintaining ecological balance for future generations and utilizing resources with care. Our initiatives are designed to protect the Earth, ensuring that its beauty and vitality endure for those who follow.
Sustainability
Prioritizing long-term ecological balance and mindful resource use.
Community Leadership
Empowering local communities to take action and lead by example.
Respect and Inclusiveness
Creating an open and empathetic environment where every life and environment is valued.
Innovation
Finding creative and effective solutions to environmental challenges.
Cultural Values Manifesto
We live in a time when disconnection, unchecked consumerism, and exploitation of the earth are threatening the future of all life. We choose another way. We choose to build a culture that unites people of all backgrounds, honors our interconnection with each other and the living earth, and restores balance for generations to come.
This is our foundation:
Core Human Values
Interconnection & Oneness
We recognize that all beings are part of a single web of life.
Compassion & Empathy
We act with care, understanding, and kindness in all relationships.
Diversity & Inclusivity
We celebrate differences as strengths and ensure every voice matters.
Community & Cooperation
We prioritize collective well-being over individual gain.
Cultural & Ethical Values
Sufficiency over Excess
We live simply and focus on “enough,” not endless accumulation.
Transparency & Integrity
We honor truth and accountability in our words and actions.
Justice & Equity
We strive for fairness and the removal of systemic barriers.
Gratitude & Humility
We honor the gifts of life, nature, and each other.
Ecological Values
Regeneration, not Extraction
We design systems that restore ecosystems and communities.
Stewardship of Earth
We protect soil, water, air, and biodiversity as sacred responsibilities.
Circular Thinking
We create closed-loop systems where nothing is wasted.
Long-Term Vision
We act with future generations in mind.
Spiritual & Philosophical Values
Sacredness of Life
We honor all life as inherently valuable.
Balance & Harmony
We seek right relationship between people, planet, and progress.
Presence & Awareness
We live mindfully, resisting the rush of consumer culture.
Creativity & Play
We embrace art, joy, and storytelling as essential to human flourishing.
Practical Social Values
Education & Wisdom Sharing
We empower people through open knowledge.
Resilience & Adaptability
We face change with strength, together.
Decentralization & Local Empowerment
We return power to communities.
Technology in Service of Life
We use innovation to nurture, not exploit.
Our Commitment
We commit to co-creating a world where connection, compassion, and care for the earth replace disconnection, consumerism, and destruction.
This is not just an alternative culture ̶ it is a necessary evolution. Together, we can weave a fabric of belonging strong enough to hold us all and gentle enough to sustain life in abundance.
We are one with the earth, and with each other.
Our Journey
Towards a Wasteless World
From ashes and waves, roots have taken hold - and yet, this is only the first breath of the story we’re here to tell.
2019
The Spark
Wasteless World began as an info-driven platform to inspire mindful, sustainable solutions to global waste challenges.
2020
Turning Vision into Action
During the global lockdown, founder Tom and his partner found themselves in a remote Caribbean community as borders closed. There, Tom introduced a solution for tackling plastic pollution in underserved areas. His vision for a circular economy sparked local interest, and with a passionate group in Bocas del Toro, Wasteless World’s community mission was born.
2021
A Foundation Built on Collaboration
Partnering with local allies, we opened Bocas del Toro’s first-ever recycling center. Our “Wasteless Warriors” rolled out bins, collection routes between islands, and education programs to shift how the community thinks about waste.
06/2021
Lionfish Project is Born
With the rising threat of invasive lionfish, our team developed an innovative, ocean-first initiative: sustainably harvest lionfish to protect reefs and empower local communities through food and fashion.
2022
From Waste to Opportunity
Once the recycling center became self-sustaining, we focused on turning plastic waste into plastic lumber - creating jobs, reducing landfill strain, and setting a replicable model for similar communities.
09/2022
A Devastating Blow
A fire at 3 AM destroyed our factory, erasing years of progress. Though heartbroken, we pivoted fast—channeling energy into the Lionfish Project, continuing to support our mission through resilience and purpose.
2023
Powered by Purpose
Despite the setback, lionfish jewelry sales and founder donations kept us afloat. Though our team grew leaner, our vision stayed strong—and the lessons learned became our foundation for future growth.
2024
The Comeback Year
After a much-needed pause, we reignited our mission with fresh energy, reconnecting with our community and global supporters. We’re back in action—motivated, inspired, and ready to show the world that a life with more love, more joy, and less waste is possible.
2025
Going Global
This year marks the launch of our new website and global marketplace, the debut of the Waste Less Love More Podcast, and the expansion of our international team of eco-entrepreneurs and changemakers. We’re growing fast—and the impact is only just beginning.
