Environmentally-conscious UG students to launch compost company

A group of environmentally-conscious students from the University of Guyana (UG) are doing their part in sustaining a healthier planet and promoting sustainable living and are in the process of finalising plans for the launch of their business venture, Compost Creations Incorporated.
“Currently, our business is in the process of being developed and we are actively engaging with investors to initiate the start-up. Although we haven’t officially launched yet, we are working towards putting all the necessary components together,” said the company’s founder, Timothy Fausett, a qualified and experienced specialist in the composting field.
Specialised in providing innovative solutions for organic waste management, helping businesses and individuals reduce their carbon footprint, and contributing to a greener future, Compost Creations Incorporated’s goal is to produce top-tier organic fertiliser that would play an integral role in the lives of agriculturalists.
It also strives to create innovative and unique organic fertiliser products that are demanded by farmers and gardeners through efficient resources and development. The company’s vermicompost production uses Lumbricus Rubellus, a species of earthworms to convert organic waste into a superior organic fertiliser to develop healthier farming and gardening lifestyles.
“A major problem being faced is the excessive use of artificial fertilisers by most agriculturalists to provide their plants with nutrients without being environmentally-friendly. However, Compost Creations Inc’s newest creation intends to provide all consumers with an eco-friendlier and more self-sufficient product to organically nurture their plants,” it was explained.
When asked to describe himself and his colleagues, Fausett related, “[We are] a group of passionate and innovative students from the University of Guyana, we are working toward making a positive impact on our environment and agriculture sector.”
He continued, “We have joined together to start a vermicomposting company because we have a passion for sustainability and entrepreneurship. By transforming organic waste into nutrient-rich vermicompost, we want to advance sustainable agricultural methods and offer environmentally-friendly alternatives for improving soil fertility.”
He shared that they are dedicated to developing a successful business that not only deals with environmental issues but also generates economic possibilities for communities.

“We’re committed to bringing positive change and helping Guyana move toward a greener, more sustainable future together.”
With Guyana rapidly evolving, Compost Creations has highlighted that maintaining the environment has become more important, adding that with the use of vermicomposting, it is guaranteed that the environment would be safer than before considering that it reduces waste.

At the university’s recently concluded second Diaspora Conference, the company delivered an insightful presentation on vermicompost and has already been approached by investors. Still elated at the response their business has attracted thus far, group member, Elizabeth Shiwbaran shared, “I was able to see Timothy Fausett’s vision of vermicompost business plan when he suggested it for the assignment topic and decided to run with it.”
As an environmental volunteer and an advocate for ending childhood hunger in Guyana, she expressed that she is happy they were able to bring a solution to a social issue such as food insecurity into recognition when presenting an eco-friendly product.
Compost Creations is driven by a combination of environmental concerns, the need for sustainable waste management, the demand for organic fertilisers, and the opportunity for educational and research endeavors.
And according to another group member, Kareem Boyce, “We aim to provide an organic nutrient-rich soil amendment to farmers, households, and companies that provide agricultural products whether it is wholesale or retail. We also aim in reducing food insecurity and reduce food importation along with the 25% by 2025 initiative by producing a soil amendment that is beneficial to all types of plants and crops.”
The team includes Timothy Fausett (Chief Executive Officer), Elizabeth Shiwbaran (Chief Operations Officer), Shonnette Patrick (Company Secretary), Rayana Mohamed (Chief Finance Officer), Kareem Boyce (Director of Research and Development), Lakeisha Blackman (Director of Production), Aliyah Gilkes (Director of Sales and Marketing), Aaliyah Livingstone (Director of Human Resource), Jennifer Paulino (Accountant), Tamara Tucker (Research and Development Manager), Kadia Johnson (Production Manager), Jamey Bascom (Sales and Marketing Manager), Ashanti Calder (Human Resource Manager), Manesha McKinnon (Farmculture and Compost Specialist), and Kennyah Baird (Human Resource Assistant).