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Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

I realized that technology could enable reforestation and conservation solutions, leading me to start Pachama.

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Diego Saez Gil - How Pachama Uses Tech to Solve Climate Change

@ Y Combinator

Diego Saez Gil - How Pachama Uses Tech to Solve Climate Change

01/29/20

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Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

Pachama uses remote sensing and artificial intelligence for verification and monitoring of carbon storage in forests, increasing project credibility and efficiency.

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Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

I discovered the potential of reforestation and forest conservation to capture carbon at scale, which is crucial for addressing climate change.

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Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

Pachama addresses the lack of funding for reforestation by utilizing carbon markets, where companies can compensate for their CO2 emissions.

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Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

I advise those interested in working on climate change to apply to Pachama, but also to consider starting their own companies or finding roles in larger companies focused on climate initiatives.

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Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

Our goal is to facilitate funding for reforestation and forest conservation, as well as other nature-based solutions like restoring coral reefs and mangrove forests.

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Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

After my previous company faced challenges, I took time off for soul-searching and was inspired by the power of nature during a trip to the Amazon rainforest.

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Ben Silbermann

11/09/16

@ Y Combinator

I started thinking about how the internet could solve various problems, which sparked my excitement for technology.

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Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

I learned that introducing a new idea can create a new category in the market, which inspired me to use that power to solve major global problems.

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Chase Adam

06/20/14

@ Y Combinator

I realized that while non-profits are crucial for addressing certain problems, the most pressing issues in the world were being solved too slowly, which led me to start Watsi.